Denis Bouanga sets LAFC MLS scoring record during draw at San Jose
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:14 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Denis Bouanga scored in the 53rd minute of LAFC's 2-2 draw against the San Jose Earthquakes on September 19, 2026. This goal allowed Bouanga to surpass Carlos Vela for the all-time MLS regular-season goals lead at LAFC, with 79 goals in 127 appearances. Bouanga, also LAFC's all-time leading scorer across all competitions with 122 goals, continues to demonstrate his impact with 14 goals this season. The match ended with each team earning a point in the standings. Bouanga has a chance to extend his goal tally in the remaining matches of the season.
- •Bouanga scored off an assist from Son Heung-Min.
- •LAFC's draw keeps them competitive in the standings.
- •Bouanga's 79 goals surpass Vela's 78 for LAFC.
- •He leads the team this season with 14 goals.
- •LAFC continues its chase for the playoffs with seven matches remaining.
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — Denis Bouanga passes Carlos Vela for another LAFC milestone
"By Jonathan SigalDenis Bouanga further etched his place in the LAFC record books during Matchday 27's Walmart Saturday Showdown.The superstar Gabon international scored off a Son Heung-Min assist in t...
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