Los Angeles FC
MLS 2023 predictions: are LAFC and Philly on a repeat collision course?
The new season kicks off this weekend. Our panel of writers deliver their verdicts on the MVP, champions and the young players to watch
Tom Dart, Bryan Armen Graham, Graham Ruthven and Megan Swanick
24, Feb, 2023 @10:00 AM
LA Galaxy fans fear club’s glory days are far gone as new season approaches
The five-time MLS champions were once seen as a model for success in US soccer. But they have been overtaken in their own city
Graham Ruthven
23, Feb, 2023 @9:00 AM
Is MLS truly a major league in the US? It depends where you are
Teams from America’s largest cities have won the last two editions of MLS Cup. But their victories struggled to break through to the mainstream
James Nalton
20, Feb, 2023 @9:00 AM
Joy of the playground defined Gareth Bale more than records or trophies
The Wales forward has retired with a glittering CV but it was his breathtaking style which set him apart from the rest
Jonathan Liew
09, Jan, 2023 @9:19 PM
Gareth Bale announces retirement from football: ‘I have realised my dream’
Gareth Bale has announced his retirement from football after a glittering career with clubs including Real Madrid and more than 100 appearances for Wales
Ben Fisher
09, Jan, 2023 @3:27 PM
MLS Cup 2022: LAFC edge Philadelphia on pens after Bale’s 128th-minute goal
Jack McCarthy stopped two penalty kicks as LAFC defeated the Philadelphia Union on penalties, 3-0, after playing to a 3-3 draw to capture the MLS Cup
Joseph D'Hippolito at Banc of California Stadium
05, Nov, 2022 @11:32 PM
MLS Cup final could be a battle to become the next USMNT coach
Philadelphia Union and LAFC meet on Saturday for the championship and are led by two of the best young coaches in the league
Graham Ruthven
04, Nov, 2022 @8:00 AM
MLS playoffs: LAFC stun LA Galaxy on Chicho Arango’s 93rd-minute winner
Los Angeles FC and the Philadelphia Union each won their conference semi-final matches on Thursday to inch closer to the MLS Cup final
Agencies
21, Oct, 2022 @4:59 AM
Manufactured rivalries don’t work: LA’s El Tráfico is an exception
The two Los Angeles teams meet on Thursday night in the MLS playoffs. And the passion and excitement around the game is a highlight of the league
Graham Ruthven
20, Oct, 2022 @8:00 AM
MLS 2022 playoffs: ranking the teams from best to worst
New York City FC are looking to defend their title but they will face tough competition from opponents on both coasts
Graham Ruthven
14, Oct, 2022 @9:00 AM
Gareth Bale has been little more than a guest star in his MLS career so far
The 33-year-old has been trying to regain his fitness in the run-up to the World Cup. But he is yet to complete a full 90 minutes for LAFC
Graham Ruthven
04, Oct, 2022 @7:30 AM
Gareth Bale feels on good World Cup path despite lack of playing time
Gareth Bale has said he is on a ‘good path’ to be in prime condition to lead Wales at the World Cup and that he is building himself up cleverly
Ben Fisher
21, Sep, 2022 @11:18 AM
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