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LAFC Aims for Second MLS Cup with Star Duo

10/28/2025

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Summary

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LAFC enters the 2025 MLS Cup playoffs aiming for a second MLS Cup after finishing the season strongly.
Son Heung-min (LAFC forward) has nine goals in ten games since joining for a record $26.2 million.
Denis Bouanga (LAFC forward) forms a potent partnership with Son Heung-min.
LAFC faces Austin FC in the first round on Oct. 29, 2025, as Steve Cherundolo (LAFC head coach) prepares to depart while emphasizing teamwork.

History

Historical Context

Major League Soccer (MLS) was established in 1995 as part of the U.S. bid to host the 1994 FIFA World Cup, launching in 1996 with ten teams. The league faced early financial struggles, folding two teams by 2002. However, it rebounded, expanding to 30 teams by 2025, and achieving an average attendance of over 21,000 in 2022, reflecting soccer's growing popularity in the U.S.

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Story summary

LAFC enters the 2025 MLS Cup playoffs aiming for a second MLS Cup after finishing the season strongly.
Son Heung-min (LAFC forward) has nine goals in ten games since joining for a record $26.2 million.
Denis Bouanga (LAFC forward) forms a potent partnership with Son Heung-min.
LAFC faces Austin FC in the first round on Oct. 29, 2025, as Steve Cherundolo (LAFC head coach) prepares to depart while emphasizing teamwork.

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