LAFC Faces St. Louis CITY SC in Key MLS Match

ST. LOUIS, MO — St. Louis CITY SC will host LAFC on Saturday night at Energizer Park. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. CT. The match will be available for streaming on MLS Season Pass via the Apple TV app and can also be heard locally on KYKY Y98.1 FM for English listeners and KXOK 102.9 FM for Spanish listeners.

St. Louis CITY SC comes into this match following back-to-back victories, most recently defeating the San Jose Earthquakes 3-1. Brendan McSorley scored twice in that match and contributed an assist, earning recognition as a standout player. Marcel Hartel also had a goal and an assist, showcasing his leadership on the field as he continues to be a key contributor this season.

On the other hand, LAFC is riding a wave of momentum, having won three consecutive matches. With a current record of 14 wins, 7 losses, and 8 draws, LAFC occupies fourth place in the Western Conference. They have already secured a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs for the seventh time in eight seasons. A win against St. Louis would further solidify their position.

LAFC’s Denis Bouanga remains a dominant force, having scored 22 goals this season, tying him for the MLS Golden Boot. His performance has been pivotal in recent matches, including a hat trick against Real Salt Lake last week. LAFC forward Son Heung-min, newly acquired, has also made a significant impact since joining the team.

The matchday will feature activities starting at 4:30 p.m. on Lou Fusz Plaza, including a chance for fans to win prizes and enjoy local food vendors. The first 7,500 attendees will receive a special Hispanic Heritage Month shirt, designed by artist Juan Carlos Polo.

While St. Louis seeks to improve its standing in the playoff race, they currently sit in 13th place. Their home crowd of over 20,000 will surely provide a spirited atmosphere at Energizer Park. This matchup marks the sixth meeting between the two clubs, with LAFC holding an undefeated record against St. Louis in their previous five encounters.

Both teams are looking to capitalize on this game as they head into the final stretch of the season. LAFC’s head coach Steve Cherundolo emphasized the importance of maintaining strong performance in these games, stating, “We are treating these matches like playoff games.” With stakes high for both teams, fans can expect an exciting matchup on Saturday night.