LAFC Draws with Alajuelense in Concacaf Champions Cup
LAFC played Alajuelense to a 1-1 draw in the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 on March 10, 2026. Despite dominating the match with 28 shots compared to Alajuelense’s 4, LAFC was unable to secure a victory.
Alejandro Bran opened the scoring for Alajuelense with a stunning volley from distance in the 44th minute, ending LAFC’s impressive streak of 443 minutes without conceding a goal. However, LAFC quickly responded, with Denis Bouanga leveling the score in the 56th minute, marking his fourth goal in the 2026 Champions Cup and making him the top scorer in the competition this year.
LAFC’s performance continues to impress, as the team remains unbeaten in 2026 with a record of 5-0-1. They are also 2-0-1 in the Champions Cup this year, showcasing their strength in the tournament. Historically, LAFC has qualified for Concacaf play four times and holds a 12-8-2 record in all-time Concacaf competitions, including a strong 7-2-1 record at home.
Looking ahead, LAFC will face St. Louis CITY SC for an MLS matchup on March 14, before traveling to Costa Rica for the second leg against Alajuelense on March 17. The aggregate winners of the matchup will advance to the tournament quarterfinals in April.
As the teams prepare for the second leg, observers will be keen to see if LAFC can capitalize on their home advantage and secure a spot in the next round of the tournament. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential lineup changes or strategies for the upcoming matches.