Bouanga’s Brace Leads LAFC Past Austin FC

Standout Performance

Denis Bouanga delivered the decisive offensive output for Los Angeles Football Club, netting two critical goals to secure a 3-1 victory over Austin FC. The forward’s efficiency proved too much for the visiting side, who struggled to contain the attacking pressure throughout the latter half of the contest.

Bouanga finished with eight total shots on the night, highlighting his central role in the team's offensive scheme.

Match Timeline

The scoring began in the second half when Bouanga found the back of the net in the 52nd minute to give LAFC an early lead. Austin FC responded shortly after, with Brandon Vázquez equalizing in the 66th minute. However, the tie was short-lived.

Just one minute later, in the 67th minute, Bouanga restored LAFC’s advantage with his second goal of the match. The visitors were unable to respond, as Son Heung-Min sealed the result with a third goal for Los Angeles in the 72nd minute.

Goalkeeping and Defense

While the offense provided the headlines, the defensive units also registered key statistics. LAFC goalkeeper Hugo Lloris made three saves to protect his team’s lead. On the other side, Austin FC’s Brad Stuver was busy throughout the match, making eight saves in an effort to keep the visitors within striking distance of the result.

Season Records

The loss drops Austin FC’s record to 7-10-12 on the season. For LAFC, the victory improves their standing to 12-9-9. The match took place at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

Sources

ESPN