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Section 128 | This is Los Angeles
by section128lafc
An LAFC podcast talking Black and Gold, live, weekly. A Pitchside US podcast.
Episodes
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Son Wins the Free Kick, Walta Scores: LAFC 1-1 NYCFC + El Trafico Tale of the Tape
LAFC 1-1 NYCFC recap, Walta's first goal, West playoff math with three games left, and the full tale of the tape for LAFC vs LA Galaxy on Sun Oct 25 at BMO Stadium. Chapters 00:00 Rivalry and Road Performance 02:58 Tactical Changes and Player Development 06:12 Game Analysis: LAFC vs. NYCFC 08:56...
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Bouanga Brace, Son Scores: LAFC Beat Austin, Next Stop Yankee Stadium
LAFC finally gets a win as the hosts beat a fragile FC Austin, and the hosts discuss the impact of new players and coaching strategies. Celso and Erik analyze the team's tactics, player performances, and upcoming challenges, emphasizing the need for consistency and adaptability as they approach…
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Son on the Left, Bouanga at the 9: Tamarit’s First Lineup, 1-1 vs Vancouver
LAFC’s recent form takes center stage as Celso and Erik break down a frustrating draw with Vancouver despite playing with a man advantage. They discuss the impact of new head coach Xavi Tamarit, player performances, the team's struggles and direction, and the strategic adjustments needed to build...
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Vancouver Preview: What to Expect from LAFC under Xavi Tamarit
In this episode of the Section 128 Podcast, hosts Celso Oliveira and Erik Hultstrom discuss the recent coaching changes at LAFC, the team's performance, and their upcoming match against Vancouver. They analyze the implications of the new coach's strategies and the team's potential for improvement...
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LAFC Fires Marc Dos Santos — Six Games Left, No Coach, Playoff Push in Chaos
LAFC has fired head coach Marc Dos Santos less than a year into the job, hours after a 1-0 loss at FC Dallas. We break down what we know, what it says about John Thorrington's front office, and what it means for a playoff push that's suddenly in real jeopardy with six games left. 0:00 Cold Open…
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LAFC Drops One to Sporting KC — And the Internet Loses Its Mind
Celso and Erik break down LAFC's disappointing loss to Sporting Kansas City — roster construction, lineup critiques, and coaching decisions all under the microscope. They dig into the midfield and defensive issues at the root of it, then look ahead to a tough test against Bruce Arena's San Jose...
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Igor Jesus Returns After a Year Out — LAFC 2-0 Red Bulls Recap + SKC Preview
LAFC snapped a six-game winless streak with a 2-0 win over Red Bulls, Igor Jesus made his first appearance in over a year, and there's a lot to sort through on the roster with Kansas City up next.
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LAFC visits RSL: Preview with Hayden Nielsen from Royal Riot Pod
We're joined by Hayden Nielsen of the Royal Riot Pod to preview LAFC's trip to Salt Lake. We break down both squads, compare academy pipelines — RSL's breakout star Zavier Gozo vs. LAFC's own pathway — and discuss David Martínez's confirmed transfer to FC Midtjylland in Denmark. 🔴 Sat 9/5 ·…
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LAFC vs D.C. United — LIVE Reaction: Injuries, Ordaz's Return, MDS Grade
Join us live right after the final whistle to react to LAFC vs D.C. United. We're taking your calls on the result, breaking down the injury list, checking in on Nathan Ordaz facing his old club, and handing out a grade for Marc Dos Santos. 🔴 LIVE — right after the match Tonight's Agenda…
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LAFC's Open Roster Slot, Igor Jesus Hits a Year Out | Portland Recap + D.C. United Preview
LAFC drew Portland 1-1 on a club-record 34 shots, then quietly bought a second international roster slot with no name attached to it. We break down the Vasquez signing, check in on Igor Jesus at a full year out with no return date, and preview Saturday's trip to D.C. United.
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Cabral Carter Saves LAFC in Colorado Loss | Boudri Fallout + Portland Preview
LAFC fell 1-0 in Colorado on a rotated night — Cabral Carter made his first MLS start and saved a penalty to keep it close. We break down the loss, dig into the Amin Boudri trade as a roster-construction cautionary tale, check the temperature on the #MDSOut noise, and preview Saturday's match...
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San Diego Ends LAFC's Unbeaten Run — Now the Skepticism Is Getting Loud
LAFC's 8-game unbeaten run ends 1-0 in San Diego on an 88th-minute penalty — and this week we're not just recapping it. We break down the underlying numbers (LAFC actually out-shot and out-tackled San Diego), grade Marc Dos Santos's night sub-by-sub, and then get into why a growing share of LAFC...
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The Eddie Segura Masterclass: Can LAFC Advance in Leagues Cup?
Eddie Segura comes off the bench with one job — neutralize Toluca's Helinho — and does it for 32 straight minutes before scoring the stoppage-time winner himself. We break down every moment of the takeover, LAFC's longest-tenured player having the best stretch of his career, then dig into the...
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LAFC vs Chivas: Son Heung-Min Faces the Man Who Ended His World Cup
LAFC opens Leagues Cup 2026 group play Wednesday, August 5 (7:30pm PT, BMO Stadium, Apple TV) against Chivas Guadalajara — and there's a storyline waiting under the surface. Chivas captain Luis Romo scored the goal that eliminated Son Heung-Min and South Korea from this summer's World Cup. Now…
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Son Scores, Bouanga Hits 75 — LAFC Rout SKC 4-0 & Are Now TIED FOR FIRST
LAFC put up four on Sporting Kansas City — Son Heung-min opened it early, Denis Bouanga scored twice (his 75th career MLS goal, 39th player in league history to reach it), and David Martínez capped the half. Four straight wins. LAFC is tied for first in the West at 33 points. Erik was in the...
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LAFC 3-1 RSL Recap + SKC Preview
Son Heung-Min just became the 18th player in LAFC history to make an All-Star team — and he did it by scoring in his second straight game since the World Cup break. Three straight wins, a statement result over Real Salt Lake, and now everybody wants a piece of this team, including the front…
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LAFC DEMOLISH Galaxy in El Tráfico — Son's First Goal, Lloris' Record Clean Sheet
Bouanga's Derby Record, Son's Selfless PK Call | LAFC-RSL Preview
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The Comeback Show! MLS Transfer Window is OPEN! LAFC is Back!
Nate Ordaz has been shipped to DC. Eustaquio's loan is set to expire and LAFC is back on the pitch this weekend against our rivals, The Carson Galaxy. This is Marc dos Santos's first El Trafico - it should be electric game as the World Cup wraps up.
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LAFC Losing Streak Continues - What can we expect of the Seattle game before the World Cup break?reak?
Erik and Celso record the last preview show before the World Cup with LAFC getting ready to take on the Sounders at home this Memorial Day weekend. A dismal last few weeks for LAFC now has the team sliding fast towards the bottom of the Western Conference standings. Is it time to panic? #LAFC…
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LAFC Loses in St. Louis midweek - a losing streak worth discussing before Nashvile SC
Celso and Erik are back to discuss LAFC's first official slump of the season.
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Dagger at Home: Houston Humiliates LAFC 4-1
Celso Oliveira and Eric Holtzscher react to LAFC’s 4-1 home loss to Houston, breaking down the goals, lineup choices, and the team’s mounting fatigue and defensive problems. They debate roster and coaching issues, the role of young players, and preview the crucial upcoming matches in St. Louis…
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Tafari saves the day - LAFC 2 - 1 Toluca - Marc dos Santos sounds off at MLS
We go into our gritty home win against Toluca, highlighting Marc dos Santos great game plan that resulted in a 2-1 win against yet another strong Liga MX side with now a a away game in Mexico to decide it all. But first, we have San Diego to deal with.
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CONCACAF Champions Cup SemiFinal Preview: LAFC vs Toluca
Celso and Erik break down the game in Minnesota, a slim 1-0 win over Minn United away with an almost complete lineup. Now, LAFC is set to face Toluca for a spot in yet another final. Two games, one in LA and next on in Mexico to decide it all.
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What was JT Thinking As He Saw LAFC Fall to San Jose at BMO Stadium
Erik and Celso break down the beat down that was LAFC 1 - 4 San Jose, a game most of us called to be close or LAFC wins. Instead, Bruce Arena served Marc dos Santos a nice serving of Humble Pie as the Black and Gold looked unispiring at home in front of the 3252, with Son Heung-min once again not...
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LAFC Through in Concacaf Champions after tie vs. Cruz Azul + San Jose Earthquakes Weekend Preview
We glance over LAFC's uneventful game in Mexico. With the Black and Gold commanding a 3-0 lead, Marc dos Santos opted for the anti-football formula but ended up with a 1-1 tie, which was enough to send the Black and Gold through. We break it all down on this show then go straight into the San…
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LAFC Suffers 1st Loss at Portland, heads to Mexico for Cruz Azul 2nd Leg - Concacaf Champions
We break down the Timbers loss with the mixed lineup. Jude Terry's first big moment with LAFC and what to expect in the 2nd leg of Concacaf Champions against the Liga MX powerhouse Cruz Azul, reeling from a 3-0 beat down at BMO Stadium.
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LAFC Crushes Cruz Azul: David Martínez Steals the Show
We recap LAFC’s dominant 3-0 win over Cruz Azul, highlighting David Martínez’s breakout performance and Mark Dos Santos’ tactical control. Then we preview the second leg in Puebla and debate rotation choices for the upcoming MLS trip to Portland, weighing player rest, lineup speculation, and…
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LAFC vs Cruz Azul: Clash of Titans in the Champions Cup
Hosts Celso, Ivan and Erik break down LAFC's 6-0 thrashing of Orlando, assess squad depth and possible transfer moves, and preview the crucial Champions Cup tie with Cruz Azul. They debate starting lineups, key matchups, and predict an intense, tight series that could go either way.
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LAFC on the Brink: Sonny’s Slump, Bouanga Questions & the Cruz Azul Test
Celso Oliveira and Eric Hultstrom break down LAFC’s flat draw in Austin, the small traveling supporters’ presence, and the online fallout after the match. We analyze Sonny and Denis Bouanga’s recent struggles, MDS substitution choices and bench management, plus the club’s outstanding defensive…
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LAFC MLS 4-0 Start Under Marc Dos Santos | Winning Without Sonny & Bouanga?
LAFC extended its perfect start to the 2026 MLS season with another win at BMO Stadium, defeating St. Louis City SC and moving to 4-0-0 in league play without conceding a goal under new head coach Marc Dos Santos. The Black & Gold continue to collect points, but the performances raise questions.…
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LAFC 1–0 FC Dallas | Martínez Screamer & Lloris dominant
LAFC kept its perfect start to the 2026 MLS season alive with a 1–0 win over FC Dallas at BMO Stadium. A GOLAZO from David Martínez, while Hugo Lloris delivered a five-save performance to secure another clean sheet. The result moves LAFC to 3-0-0 in MLS play and 5-0-0 across all competitions…
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LAFC vs FC Dallas - BMO MLS Debut
Our pregame show with Erik, straight from the Minnesota woods, talking about this weekend's game. Also... what's up with USL?
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LAFC 2026 vs 2025: What Changed — And What It Means for Sonny
JP Márquez (@jp_marquez20) sits in for Erik as we break down the early tactical evolution of LAFC under Marc Dos Santos compared to the structure built by Steve Cherundolo. Using heatmaps and production data from key players, we isolate the structural shift: Tillman → redistribution Delgado →...
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LAFC 3–0 Inter Miami | LAFC Structure Over Inter Miami's Stars at the Coliseum
LAFC opened the season with a statement: 3-0 over Inter Miami in front of nearly 76,000 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. In this episode of Section 128, Celso Oliveira is joined by Eric Holstrom to break down what stood out from the match, why the night felt bigger than a typical opener, and...
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Section 128 | Season 2 Debut | Marc Dos Santos Interview, Bouanga + Son Heung-min set for 2026
We are back for our Season 2 debut, as usual LIVE on Mondays. Erik and Celso review LAFC's participation at the Coachella Valley Invitational, with a 1-1 tie vs. NYCFC. We also will premiere our interview with newly appointed coach Marc dos Santos, who spoke with Section 128 days before leaving…
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LAFC Eliminated in Vancouver: Son’s Heroics, Dolo’s Exit & Lloris Controversy | Season Finale
LAFC’s 2025 season is over — and our final live episode breaks down everything from the 4–3 extra-time thriller in Vancouver to the seismic changes arriving this offseason. In this episode of Section 128, we cover: • LAFC 2–2 Vancouver (AET): Full Breakdown of yet another PK loss. — First-half...
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Vancouver vs LAFC Semifinal + MLS Calendar Shift Special
The Western Conference Semifinal is here — and it’s the matchup MLS fans circled the moment Son Heung-min and Thomas Müller arrived. LAFC vs Vancouver. Son vs Müller. BC Place SOLD OUT! Tonight, we’re joined by TWO expert guests: • Josh Gross — LAFC beat reporter and longtime voice on Black &…
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LAFC Take Game 1 vs Austin | Ordaz’s First Playoff Goal, Son’s Assist, and Bouanga’s Impact
LAFC opened the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs with a 2-1 win over Austin FC at BMO Stadium! Nathan Ordaz scored his first-ever postseason goal, Son Heung-min set it up, and Denis Bouanga drove the attack as the Black & Gold took a 1-0 lead in the Round One Best-of-3 series. In this episode of Section…
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No Bouanga. No Son. No Spark: What Went Wrong with LAFC in Austin?
LAFC’s six-game win streak came to an end in Austin. With Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-min away on international duty, the Black & Gold fell 1-0 to Austin FC at Q2 Stadium — their first MLS road loss since April. Austin’s Owen Wolff scored the decisive goal in the 83rd minute, ending LAFC’s...
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Six Straight & Still Climbing: LAFC Heads to Austin Without Son or Bouanga
Six straight wins, zero goals allowed in three — and now, LAFC head to Austin without their superstars. Can Cherundolo’s men keep it rolling? We break it down with Hernan from We Are Austin TV.
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LAFC 3-0 STL: Son & Bouanga Stay Hot | Cherundolo’s 100th Win | ATL Preview w/ Tommy Moos
LAFC makes it four in a row and hits a historic milestone under head coach Steve Cherundolo. In this episode of Section 128, we dive into LAFC’s 3-0 win over St. Louis — powered by Son’s brace and Bouanga’s fifth-straight goal - the duo is ON FIRE! Tommy Moos from Scarves and Spikes joins the…
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(Another) Bouanga Hat Trick, Son’s First BMO Goal Clinch Playoffs for LAFC | Section 128 Podcast
LAFC is officially playoff bound. In this episode of Section 128, Celso and Erik break down LAFC’s dominant pair of wins over Real Salt Lake — including Denis Bouanga’s sensational hat trick and Son Heung-Min’s long-awaited first goal at BMO Stadium. We also reflect on the tribute to Carlos Vela,...
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Bouanga ties Vela | Son scores again | LAFC destroys San Jose in front of 50k
LAFC’s stars showed up and showed out in front of 50,978 fans at Levi’s Stadium — and spoiled the San Jose Earthquakes’ record-setting night. Denis Bouanga delivered a statement hat trick, tying Carlos Vela atop LAFC’s all-time scoring charts with 93 goals in just 143 games. Son Heung-min added…
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What Went Wrong in Sonny's Home Debut for LAFC?
Celso and Erik get together during Labor Day to debrief the game against San Diego FC who came into BMO Stadium and got 3 points despite being down by a goal first. Sonny's role within the game was limited, with LAFC's offense once again failing to capitalize while SD's counterattacking machine...
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Son’s First LAFC Goal in TX + San Diego FC Visits BMO Stadium
LAFC wrapped up the Texas trip with a 1-1 draw at FC Dallas — but the story was all about Son Heung-min's first goal with LAFC. The South Korean superstar opened his MLS account with a stunning free-kick, marking his first goal in Black & Gold. We break down: ⚽ Son’s debut goal on the road and…
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Son Heung-min's first start with LAFC @ NE Revolution + Section 128 heads to Dallas this week
LAFC left Foxborough with a clinical 2-0 win over the New England Revolution, powered by Son Heung-min’s first start and first assist for the Black & Gold. Mark Delgado and Mathieu Choinière sealed the victory, while Hugo Lloris delivered yet another clean sheet. In this episode of Section 128…
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SON’S FIRST ROAD TRIP WITH LAFC - with Gustavo Lopes (NE Revolution)
From Chicago to now Boston — Son Heung-min’s debut in MLS the books, and next stop is the New England Revolution in Boston. 🎙 Special guest: @theguslopes ⚽ Chicago recap, Son’s first minutes, Revs breakdown ⏰ Tonight 6PM PT #LAFC #SonHeungMin 📣 About Section 128 Welcome to Section 128 — your...
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HEUNG-MIN SON TO LAFC: "It's Gonna Be Golden"
Heung-min Son is SO CLOSE TO THE BLACK & GOLD. After weeks of speculation, the global superstar and South Korean icon is set to join LAFC, becoming one of the most high-profile signings in MLS history. What does this mean for LAFC on the pitch, off the pitch, and across the Pacific? In this…
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🚨 Son Heung-min to LAFC? Transfer Grades & Leagues Cup Preview | Section 128 Podcast
In this episode of Section 128, Celso and Erik talk breaking transfer news as LAFC advances talks to sign Son Heung-min from Tottenham Hotspur. With two Designated Player spots open, the Black & Gold could be on the verge of a HUGE summer window. Then we grade every major 2024-25 signing by GM…
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Bouanga’s Leaving? Derby Letdown, & Next up: LAFC vs. Portland
The wild El Tráfico at BMO ends in a dramatic 3-3 draw — and we’re breaking it all down. Denis Bouanga continued his red-hot form with two more goals, Javairô Dilrosun opened his account, and LAFC looked in control… until stoppage time chaos struck. Red card drama. A late Galaxy equalizer.…
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