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San Diego vs LAFC match
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The gist
LAFC host San Diego FC at BMO Stadium on Aug 15, 2026, in an MLS match. LAFC seek first win over SDFC, who lead the series 2-1.
Background
LAFC and San Diego FC are California rivals in Major League Soccer. LAFC are tied atop the Western Conference with 34 points, while San Diego sit 13th with 21 points. The match is the fourth all-time meeting, with San Diego holding two wins to LAFC's one. LAFC are unbeaten in their last eight games across all competitions, while San Diego have won their last two Leagues Cup matches.
How it unfolded
- Mar 30, 2025First-ever meeting: San Diego FC beat LAFC 3-2 at home.
- Sep 1, 2025LAFC won 2-1 away at San Diego.
- May 3, 2026The most recent meeting ended 2-2 in San Diego.
- Aug 15, 2026LAFC host San Diego FC at BMO Stadium in an MLS regular-season match.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- LAFC head coach Marc Dos Santos said the team is mentally ready but physically taxed, hoping for a 'second wind' against San Diego.
- Public
- San Diego's David Vazquez said they went through rough patches but are 'slowly picking it up' and responding to get back on track.
Still unverified
Armindo Sieb's signing from Bayern Munich awaits approval of his international transfer certificate and visa.