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LAFC Signs Jacob Shaffelburg for $1 Million Deal

12/29/2025

Summary

Story summary

Los Angeles FC signed Canadian winger Jacob Shaffelburg from Nashville SC for $1 million in general allocation money, distributed over two years.
Nashville SC retains a sell-on percentage for future transfers involving Shaffelburg.
Shaffelburg, 26, aims to excel in LAFC's open-field system after struggling with Nashville's possession style.
He recorded a career-high four goals in the 2025 season and helped Nashville win its first trophy, the U.S. Open Cup.
Shaffelburg seeks to make a significant impact ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

History

Historical Context

Nashville SC's victory in the 2023 U.S. Open Cup highlights the growing competitiveness of Major League Soccer (MLS), which has expanded to 30 teams since its inception in 1993. The tournament, established in 1913 as the National Challenge Cup, has been dominated by MLS clubs, with the last non-MLS winner being the Rochester Rhinos in 1999.

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Story summary

Los Angeles FC signed Canadian winger Jacob Shaffelburg from Nashville SC for $1 million in general allocation money, distributed over two years.
Nashville SC retains a sell-on percentage for future transfers involving Shaffelburg.
Shaffelburg, 26, aims to excel in LAFC's open-field system after struggling with Nashville's possession style.
He recorded a career-high four goals in the 2025 season and helped Nashville win its first trophy, the U.S. Open Cup.
Shaffelburg seeks to make a significant impact ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

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