Son, Bouanga Propel LAFC to Record-Tying Victory Over Orlando

Son Heung-min orchestrated LAFC’s dominant 6-0 win over Orlando City on Saturday night. He did not score, but he supplied four assists. Son departed in the 57th minute with his side already in control.

Denis Bouanga finished with a first-half hat trick. He completed the treble inside 28 minutes. Each of Bouanga’s goals was set up by Son.

Match summary

LAFC took the lead inside seven minutes. Son burst down the right and sent a low cross that deflected off Orlando defender David Brekalo for an own goal.

The second goal arrived before the half-hour mark. Son’s pass set up Bouanga, who chipped goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau with a composed finish.

Two minutes later, LAFC struck quickly on the counter. Son released Bouanga, who sprinted clear and finished past Crepeau for a 3-0 lead.

In the 28th minute, Son’s trickery created space on the edge of the box. He again supplied Bouanga, who completed his hat trick.

Son then pulled back a pass that found Sergi Palencia. Palencia powered home to make it five before halftime.

Tyler Boyd added the sixth with about 20 minutes remaining. The result left Orlando stunned and LAFC celebrating a comprehensive victory.

Records and statistics

• LAFC’s 6-0 win ties the club’s largest MLS regular-season margin, matching a 2020 result against Vancouver.
• Scoring five goals in the first half also tied an MLS record for goals in one half.
• Son registered four assists before his exit in the 57th minute.
• Bouanga’s hat trick took just 28 minutes, including two goals within three minutes.
• The victory kept LAFC atop the Western Conference with the highest points total in MLS.

Team impact and context

The Son-Bouanga partnership has been productive since Son joined LAFC last season. Their link-up was decisive again on Saturday.

The result provides a major confidence boost ahead of continental competition.

Looking ahead

LAFC travel into midweek with momentum. They face Mexico’s Cruz Azul in the first leg of a Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal on Tuesday.

Saturday’s performance gives manager and fans plenty to build on.

Report and coverage by Filmogaz.com.