Denis Bouanga equalizes for LAFC, leads to shootout victory over Querétaro
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:25 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
LAFC's Leagues Cup match against Querétaro on August 12 saw Denis Bouanga score in the second half, leveling the game at 1-1. The goal allowed LAFC to advance to a penalty shootout after initially trailing to an early goal from Alí Ávila. They won the shootout 5-3, obtaining an essential extra point that keeps their tournament hopes alive. LAFC now awaits the outcomes of matches involving Austin FC and Chicago Fire FC to determine their qualification for the quarterfinals later this month.
- •LAFC trails 1-0 at halftime following Alí Ávila's goal.
- •Bouanga's equalizer marked his record-setting 15th Leagues Cup goal.
- •LAFC wins the penalty shootout 5-3.
- •The team earns an important extra point for tournament standings.
- •Qualification now depends on the outcomes of other MLS matches.
- 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Bouanga HISTORY keeps Leagues Cup dream alive for LAFC
"By Alex CalabreseLAFC’s Leagues Cup journey isn’t over quite yet.Facing potential defeat at the hands of Querétaro on Wednesday night, Denis Bouanga came to the rescue in the second half with his...
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