LAFC Advances to Western Conference Semifinals with 1-0 Win Over Whitecaps

Mateusz Bogusz's decisive goal propels Los Angeles FC past Vancouver in a tense playoff series finale.

LAFC secured a 1-0 victory against the Vancouver Whitecaps in the decisive third game of their MLS playoff series.
Mateusz Bogusz scored the only goal in the 62nd minute, marking his first postseason goal in eight appearances.
LAFC's Hugo Lloris made two crucial saves to maintain the lead and secure the win for the top-seeded team.
The victory advances LAFC to the Western Conference semifinals, where they will face the Seattle Sounders.
Vancouver's season ends despite a strong defensive effort and a disallowed goal for offside in the 74th minute.