Chivas fall to LAFC in penalty shootout of Leagues Cup opener

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Chivas fall to LAFC in penalty shootout of Leagues Cup opener
Summary

Chivas faced Los Angeles FC in their Leagues Cup debut on August 5, where the match ended with a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regulation. Denis Bouanga scored first for LAFC, but Roberto Alvarado equalized for Chivas shortly after. Despite efforts from both teams to secure a victory in regular time, neither side succeeded, leading to penalties. Chivas missed their opening shot, while LAFC secured the win after stopping Chivas' final attempt.

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  • Chivas debuted in the Leagues Cup against LAFC on August 5.
  • Denis Bouanga scored for LAFC, followed by an equalizer from Roberto Alvarado.
  • The match proceeded to a penalty shootout after a 1-1 tie.
  • Castañeda missed the first penalty for Chivas.
  • LAFC advanced after a key stop on Chivas' last penalty attempt.
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Chivas fell tonight in their Leagues Cup debut against Los Angeles FC, in a match that was decided from the penalty spot. During the first half, Denis Bouanga opened the scoring with a great four-touc...

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