LAFC achieved a remarkable 6-0 victory against Orlando City SC at BMO Stadium on Saturday night, with Denis Bouanga scoring a hat trick. This win marks LAFC’s sixth consecutive clean sheet to start the season, a record for the club.
In the match, LAFC showcased their dominance early, scoring five goals in the first half. Bouanga netted his goals in the 7th, 20th, and 39th minutes, while Tyler Boyd added his first goal for the club in the 70th minute. Son Heung-Min assisted on four of LAFC’s five first-half goals, setting a new club record for assists in an MLS half.
LAFC’s defense, led by goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, was impenetrable, with Lloris making six saves throughout the match. The team has now gone 540 minutes without conceding a goal, matching the ninth-longest shutout streak in MLS history.
Orlando City SC, on the other hand, has struggled defensively this season, allowing a league-worst 23 goals over their six matches. This defeat adds to their woes as they continue to search for answers in their defensive lineup.
LAFC’s record in MLS regular-season play stands at 5 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw for the 2026 season, making them the only unbeaten team in the league. The five first-half goals scored by LAFC are tied for the most in a single half in club history.
Looking ahead, LAFC will face Cruz Azul in the CCC Quarterfinals on April 7, followed by a match against the Portland Timbers on April 11. The team’s current form suggests they will be a formidable opponent in these upcoming fixtures.
As the season progresses, LAFC’s impressive start raises expectations among fans and analysts alike, while Orlando City SC will need to regroup and address their defensive issues to turn their season around.
