Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) kicked off the 2026 MLS season with a 3-0 victory against Inter Miami CF. The match, held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, witnessed a crowd of 75,673 spectators, making it the second-highest attended game in MLS history and the most attended opening weekend game ever. LAFC’s David Martínez, Denis Bouanga, and Nathan Ordaz scored the goals for the home team.
The game, which featured a much-anticipated clash between reigning MLS MVP Lionel Messi and LAFC’s Son Heung-Min, highlighted LAFC’s strong attacking prowess that overwhelmed Inter Miami’s defense. Despite Inter Miami’s efforts to equalize in the second half, LAFC maintained control and secured their ninth consecutive win in a regular-season opener in their nine seasons of MLS play.
LAFC’s victory was marked by a series of key moments, including Bouanga’s assist to Son and subsequent goal, as well as Ordaz’s late goal in stoppage time. The match showcased LAFC’s dominance on the field and set a strong tone for their performance in the new MLS season.
