MLS Cup Playoffs: LAFC control path to Supporters Shield
LAFC's pursuit of the Supporters Shield. Doug McIntyre explains what they have to do to be crowned the best in MLS.SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
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Los Angeles FC's Vela nets 2 goals in 3-1 win over Houston
Carlos Vela scored twice to lead Los Angeles FC past the Houston Dynamo on Sunday, 3-1SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jose Cifuentes - Creates three chances in winCifuentes took two shots on target and created three chances in Sunday's 3-1 victory against the Dynamo.
ImpactCifuentes once again put together a threatening attacking performance Sunday despite not getting on the scoresheet against Houston. He averages 2.2 shots (.9 on target) and 1.5 chances created per 90 minutes from midfield this season in MLS.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Ilie Sanchez - Well-rounded display vs. HoustonSanchez took a shot and created a chance in Sunday's 3-1 victory against the Dynamo. He also made two clearances, three interceptions and won one of one tackles in the match.
ImpactSanchez played well on both sides of the ball as his side cruised to another victory on Sunday. Amid all the flashy acquisitions and superstar names on this LAFC squad, the work that Sanchez does in defensive midfield for this team often goes unnoticed.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Denis Bouanga - Takes five shots in winBouanga took five shots (one on target) and made an interception in Sunday's 3-1 victory against the Dynamo.
ImpactBouanga started a fourth consecutive game against Houston on Sunday, and he's averaging 3.9 shots and 1.5 chances created per 90 minutes in that span. He seems to have taken over from Kwadwo Opoku as LAFC's starter on the left wing heading into the playoffs.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Gareth Bale - Creates three chances off benchBale subbed into Sunday's match against the Dynamo in the 63rd minute, and he took two shots (one on target) and created three chances in the 3-1 victory.
ImpactBale is averaging 1.7 shots per game with two goals across his nine appearances as an impact substitute in MLS, and he looks much more effective for LAFC in that role than he does when he starts.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Darwin Quintero - Creates four chances in lossQuintero created four chances and won one of one tackles in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against LAFC.
ImpactQuintero was a creative presence in attacking midfield on Sunday, but it wasn't enough against the Western Conference leaders LAFC. He has started three games in a row for the Dynamo, but he's lasted less than 70 minutes each time.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•ROTOWIRE
