SUMMARY
90+4
Own Goal by Giorgio Chiellini, Los Angeles Football Club. Austin FC 2, Los Angeles Football Club 4.
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Offside, Austin FC. Sebastián Driussi tries a through ball, but Gyasi Zardes is caught offside.
75
Goal! Austin FC 1, Los Angeles Football Club 4. Leo Väisänen (Austin FC) header from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Daniel Pereira with a cross.
68
Goal! Austin FC 0, Los Angeles Football Club 4. Cristian Olivera (Los Angeles Football Club) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner.
60
Attempt blocked. Leo Väisänen (Austin FC) header from the centre of the box is blocked.
54
Goal! Austin FC 0, Los Angeles Football Club 3. Dénis Bouanga (Los Angeles Football Club) right footed shot from the left side of the six yard box to the bottom left corner.
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Emiliano Rigoni (Austin FC) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
50
Attempt missed. Mateusz Bogusz (Los Angeles Football Club) left footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the left.
45+1
Goal! Austin FC 0, Los Angeles Football Club 2. Dénis Bouanga (Los Angeles Football Club) converts the penalty with a right footed shot to the high center of the goal.
41
Attempt missed. Mateusz Bogusz (Los Angeles Football Club) left footed shot from outside the box is too high.
33
Foul by Giorgio Chiellini
26
Attempt missed. Dénis Bouanga (Los Angeles Football Club) right footed shot from outside the box is just a bit too high over the bar.
13
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL FOR LAFC!
7
Ethan Finlay committed a foul and there is a free kick for LAFC.
IN A FEW MOMENTS WE WILL START
In a couple of moments we will start broadcasting the match between Austin FC and LAFC, match corresponding to the MLS season 2023/24.
THE LINE-UPS ARE READY
This is LAFC's starting roster as they look to take all three points from Banc of California Stadium against Austin FC.
The #LAFC Starting XI vs. @AustinFC.
— LAFC (@LAFC) October 7, 2023
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THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ENGLISH AND ARGENTINE
Nelson Rodriguez, MLS Executive Vice President of Sports Product and Competition wanted to give dimension to the arrival of a player like Leo in a growing market and the impact he will have on soccer for several years and even decades to come.
"The league has grown tremendously since its inception in 1996. Since 2008, we dedicated ambition, we wanted you to be a player, coach, referee or whatever, we wanted MLS to be your destination league. And Messi has proven it.
MLS PRESENT IN PAST QUALIFIERS
The North American league has provided a total of 25 players for this FIFA matchday, in contrast to the 10 players provided by the Mexican league. What is most striking is the change in trend that has occurred in a short period of time, since, on average, during the qualifiers for the Qatar 2022 World Cup, Liga MX had 26 players called up compared to 15 from MLS. This change shows a significant growth in MLS's international influence in the region's soccer.
CONFEDERATION RANKINGS RELEASED
The updated CONCACAF club rankings through September 2023 have been released, and Inter Miami has seen a notable move up the table, surpassing some teams considered "big boys" in Liga BBVA MX.
Although the top ten is still mostly occupied by Mexican clubs, with only Philadelphia Union and Nashville in the top ten, the 11th position belongs to Carlos Vela's LAFC, and the 12th position goes to Lionel Messi's Miami. This achievement represents an impressive growth compared to their previous position in the ranking.
IS INTER MIAMI LEAVING?
The continued absence of Lionel Messi had a significant impact on Inter Miami's performance. In Wednesday's match, they suffered a heavy 4-1 loss to the Chicago Fire, which has significantly diminished their chances of qualifying for the playoffs in Major League Soccer (MLS). The loss has relegated Inter Miami to fourteenth place in the Eastern Conference, accumulating 33 points from 31 games. The team now faces an almost insurmountable challenge to secure one of the last playoff tickets, which is currently provisionally in the hands of Montreal, in ninth place with 38 points from 32 games.
MIDWEEK VICTORY
In the 32nd round of Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States, the Los Angeles Football Club, led by its captain and main star, striker and former Mexican international Carlos Vela, obtained a 5-1 victory in the match played at the Banc of California Stadium in Los Angeles. The win has significantly strengthened their prospects of qualifying for the playoffs in a big way.
THE WAIT IS OVER
The wait is over, all the emotions of the MLS duels are back with the best goals, the best plays, the best players and the best controversies in a week where the nations will once again face each other to continue their path to the championship.
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What time is LAFC vs Austin FC match for MLS 2023?
This is the start time of the game LAFC vs Austin FC of 7th October in several countries
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Date |
Local Time |
TV CHANNEL |
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USA |
October 7, 2023 |
20:30 ET |
Apple TV |
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Argentina |
October 7, 2023 |
21:30 |
Apple TV |
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Bolivia |
October 7, 2023 |
19:30 |
Apple TV |
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Brazil |
October 7, 2023 |
21:30 |
Apple TV |
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Chile |
October 7, 2023 |
21:30 |
Apple TV |
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Colombia |
October 7, 2023 |
19:30 |
Apple TV |
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Ecuador |
October 7, 2023 |
19:30 |
Apple TV |
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Spain |
October 7, 2023 |
2:30 |
Apple TV |
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Mexico |
October 7, 2023 |
18:30 |
Apple TV |
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Peru |
October 7, 2023 |
19:30 |
Apple TV |
Watch out for this Austin FC player:
For this match, the player to watch will be center forward; Ethan Finlay. The current Austin FC striker has played a key role in the victories obtained in the campaign, helping to retain possession of the ball and having a great ability to distribute it in the opponent's field, also, his great right foot is a latent danger for all goalkeepers so he will be important to get the victory.
Austin FC's last roster:
B. Stuver; J. Gallagher, J. Cascante, L. Vaisaen, O. Wolff; S. Driussi, J. Valencia, A. Ring; E. Finlay, W. Bruin, E. Rigoni.
Watch out for this LAFC player:
The player to watch for this match will be Carlos Vela, the Angelino side's 10. It is known that Vela is an unbalanced and important player for the offense of the Angelinos, so he is a latent danger every time the ball passes through the feet of the Mexican and at any time could bring out flashes during the match.
LAFC's last roster:
M. Crépeau; S. Palencia, J. Murillo, G. Chellini, D. Palacios; T. Tilman, Illie, M. Bogusz; C. Olivera, C. Vela, D. Bouanga.
Background:
LAFC and Austin FC have met on a total of 7 occasions (5 LAFC wins, 2 Austin FC wins) where the scales have tipped in favor of the Los Angeles side. In terms of goals, LAFC has scored 14 goals while Austin FC has scored 7. Their last meeting dates back to matchday 3 of the 2023 season where LAFC defeated Austin FC 3-0.
About the Stadium
The Banc of California Stadium is a soccer stadium located in the Exposition Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. It is the home stadium of the Los Angeles Football Club, a Major League Soccer team. The stadium is known for its modern design and its capacity to hold approximately 22,000 spectators. It has been designed to provide a unique experience for soccer fans. It has a south stand known as "The 3252," which is famous for its loud and passionate support of the team. In addition, the stadium has state-of-the-art amenities, including luxury suites, a wide variety of food and beverage options, and a breathtaking view of the Los Angeles skyline.
For three vital points
For Austin FC, every win is crucial in their quest for a spot in the MLS playoffs. These wins not only translate into points in the standings, but also symbolize the realization of a dream for this relatively new team in the league. Winning games is the key to solidifying their position in MLS and proving that they can compete at a high level. Each win boosts team morale, builds confidence in their abilities and creates a sense of cohesion among the players.
Defending home
For LAFC, winning a game goes beyond just winning on the scoreboard. Every game is an opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to excellence and their connection to the community. The importance of winning is not limited to the three points at stake, but extends to building a strong identity and driving fan passion. Winning a game in MLS means advancing toward season goals, whether it's securing a playoff spot, competing for a league title or advancing in an international tournament. In addition, each win boosts team morale, injects confidence in the players and creates a positive atmosphere in the locker room.
The emotions of the MLS
The emotions of the MLS regular season 2023 continue, the teams continue their way to obtain points to climb positions in the general table and close in the best possible way to qualify for the final phase of the competition and to fight for the title at the end of the campaign in December. In addition, these dates after the FIFA break will be important to arrive with a good rhythm and level for the league's break in October, thus avoiding delaying the process that the 32 teams have been working on since the competition restarted after the Leagues Cup. In this match, LAFC will face Austin FC in what will be a duel between two teams that are in need of points to move up the overall standings in the Eastern Conference.
Kick-off time
The LAFC vs Austin FC match will be played at Banco of California Stadium, in L.A, USA. The kick-off is scheduled at 20:30 pm ET.
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