LAFC vs New York City FC match
The gist
LAFC, sixth in the Western Conference with 45 points, visits NYCFC on Oct 17 at Citi Field.
A win plus rivals' slips could clinch LAFC a playoff spot.
How it unfolded
- Oct 10, 2026NYCFC lost 2-1 at Chicago, while LAFC drew 1-1 with Vancouver at home.
- Oct 14, 2026NYCFC lost 2-0 at Inter Miami. LAFC beat Austin FC 3-1 at home, with two goals from Denis Bouanga and one from Son Heung-Min, who assisted both Bouanga goals.
- Oct 17, 2026LAFC visits NYCFC at Citi Field in Flushing, NY, kickoff 4:30 p.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. ET, on Apple TV.