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Angel City Fireworks Mishap Sends Projectiles, No Serious Injuries

7/5/2026

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On July 3, 2026, a fireworks malfunction at Angel City FC’s post-game show at BMO Stadium, organized by a third-party pyrotechnics vendor, sent projectiles into the crowd.
The incident resulted in no serious injuries, with the Los Angeles Fire Department declining to respond and stadium staff clearing the venue safely.
Angel City FC beat Orlando Pride 2-0 before 13,900 fans, with interim head coach Leif Gunnar Smerud in his first match.

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Story summary

On July 3, 2026, a fireworks malfunction at Angel City FC’s post-game show at BMO Stadium, organized by a third-party pyrotechnics vendor, sent projectiles into the crowd.
The incident resulted in no serious injuries, with the Los Angeles Fire Department declining to respond and stadium staff clearing the venue safely.
Angel City FC beat Orlando Pride 2-0 before 13,900 fans, with interim head coach Leif Gunnar Smerud in his first match.