LAFC Secures Top Seed in Western Conference with Victory Over Earthquakes

Los Angeles FC clinched the No. 1 spot in the MLS Western Conference with a 3-1 win, aided by a crucial Houston Dynamo victory over the LA Galaxy.

LAFC and the LA Galaxy finished the regular season tied on points and wins, but LAFC claimed the top seed due to a superior goal differential.
Denis Bouanga scored his 20th goal of the season to equalize for LAFC in the 64th minute, tying with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez for second-most goals in the league.
Eduard Atuesta scored the go-ahead goal for LAFC shortly after entering as a substitute, marking his fourth goal of the season.
Marlon Santos sealed the victory with his first MLS goal in stoppage time, ensuring LAFC's win.
San Jose Earthquakes ended their season with a record-tying 25 losses, matching the 1999 MetroStars for the most losses in MLS history.