Episode 147 - Bracing For 3 Points

LAFC is back at home, back in the friendly confines of Banc of California Stadium, and looking to right the ship amidst their worst stretch in our club’s short history. Waiting for us at home are the Colorado Rapids, just in time for an LAFC rebirth. 

The fireworks began before the match, as Olly flew high above the beautiful pitch for the first time in over a year. After welcoming back Steven Beitashour, currently out injured for the Rapids, the stadium came to life during the player announcements, as Carlos Vela was announced as starter and captain.

LAFC wasted no time in applying pressure to the Rapids’ back line. Just 14 minutes in, LAFC would strike first, as Corey Baird sprung Diego Rossi for his first of the match. 20 minutes later, Tristan Blackmon would find Vela with a beautiful ball, who threaded it to Rossi once more and the rout was on. 

Though Colorado would get one back, LAFC closes out the match, and three sorely needed points. It’s our second of four straight home matches for the boys in Black and Gold, and the timing is right for an LAFC surge. 

On This Date in LAFC History, we welcome a German powerhouse to the Banc, while our news and notes segment sends out the best of wishes for a speedy recovery to Phillip Ejimadu. We spend a little time chatting to 110 Football, Scarf brings up the Patriots, and Filly keeps singing all about his apparent man-crush, Brian. 

See you next month for Episode 148!