Bouanga scores late equalizer for LAFC in draw against Portland Timbers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 6:57 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
LAFC and the Portland Timbers played to a 1-1 draw at BMO Stadium on Saturday night. After an early goal by David Da Costa for Portland, LAFC struggled to capitalize on their 34 shot attempts until Denis Bouanga scored in the 79th minute. Despite dominating possession and shots, LAFC could only manage a single point, leaving them with a record of 10-7-5 this season and third place in the Western Conference. Coach Marc Dos Santos expressed frustration over missed opportunities but acknowledged positives in the team's attacking performance.
- •LAFC produced a club-record 34 shots during the match.
- •David Da Costa scored early for Portland in the fourth minute.
- •Denis Bouanga equalized for LAFC in the 79th minute.
- •LAFC has not scored more than one goal in their last three matches.
- •LAFC is set to face five of their next six matches on the road.
- 6:57 AMYahoo Sports — Bouanga's equalizer rescues a point as LAFC’s missed chances loom large against Portland
"LOS ANGELES -- LAFC spent most of Saturday night attacking the Portland Timbers.
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