MLS: LAFC Extends Unbeaten Streak with Dramatic Comeback Victory

LAFC Extends Unbeaten Streak with Dramatic Comeback VictoryLAFC Extends Unbeaten Streak with Dramatic Comeback Victory Los Angeles FC (LAFC) extended their unbeaten streak to nine matches on Saturday night with a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over the Houston Dynamo at Banc of California Stadium. After falling behind to a first-half goal from Houston’s Fafa Picault, LAFC rallied in the second half to claim all three points. The turning point came in the 56th minute when LAFC’s Brian Rodriguez was brought down in the penalty area. Diego Palacios stepped up and coolly slotted home the equalizer. Just minutes later, LAFC grabbed the lead thanks to a stunning goal from Kwadwo Opoku. The Ghanaian striker received the ball at the edge of the area and unleashed a powerful shot that flew into the top corner. LAFC held on for the remainder of the match, with goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau making several crucial saves to preserve the victory. The win marks LAFC’s fifth straight in all competitions and keeps them atop the Western Conference standings. They are now two points clear of the Seattle Sounders, who will host LAFC on Wednesday night. Diego Palacios, who assisted on the winning goal, praised the team’s resilience after trailing at the break. “We knew it was a tough game, but we never gave up,” he said. “We showed great character to come back and win.” LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo was also pleased with his team’s performance. “We didn’t play our best football in the first half, but we made adjustments at halftime and came out with a much better mentality,” he said. “We showed a lot of heart and commitment to get the victory.” LAFC’s unbeaten streak is their longest since their inaugural season in 2018. They will look to continue their momentum when they travel to Seattle for a highly anticipated clash on Wednesday night.