LAFC Faces Atlanta United Without Key Players in Upcoming Match

LOS ANGELES, CA (Oct. 4, 2025) – Los Angeles FC (LAFC) is preparing for their upcoming match against Atlanta United at BMO Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. LAFC comes into the game riding a four-game winning streak and aiming to solidify their playoff positioning.

However, the team will be without several key players due to injuries. Odin Holm is ruled out because of a leg injury, Igor Jesus suffered a season-ending left knee injury, and Aaron Long will also miss the match due to a season-ending left Achilles injury. LAFC has no players listed as questionable or suspended ahead of this matchup.

The game will kick off at 6:00 p.m. PT (9:00 p.m. ET) and will be available for fans on Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass. Spanish and Korean radio coverage will also be provided.

LAFC currently holds fourth place in the Western Conference with a record of 15 wins, 7 losses, and 8 draws, giving them a seven-point lead over fifth-place Seattle. The team has secured a playoff spot and looks to maintain home-field advantage as the MLS Cup playoffs approach.

On the other side, Atlanta United is struggling in 14th place in the Eastern Conference, officially out of playoff contention with a record of just 5 wins, 14 losses, and 12 draws. Despite their poor standing, they seek to finish the season on a high note and disrupt LAFC’s momentum.

LAFC’s star forwards, Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-Min, have played a significant role in the team’s success recently, combining for 18 goals since Son’s debut in August. Each of LAFC’s last 17 goals has come from either Bouanga or Son, marking a historic achievement in MLS.

As for Atlanta, the team has the opportunity to play spoiler. Though they have struggled throughout the season, players are eager to prove their worth as they look toward next season.

With significant pressure and the stakes higher for LAFC, fans are in for an exciting match on Sunday.