LAFC struggles continue with second consecutive shutout loss in Colorado
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Los Angeles FC lost 1-0 to the Colorado Rapids on Wednesday at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. LAFC failed to score for the second match in a row, with an own goal by Jeremy Ebobisse marking the lone score for Colorado. Head coach Marc Dos Santos was critical of the defensive performance, stating the conceded goal was naive. Goalkeeper Cabral Carter made his first MLS start, featuring a crucial penalty save during the match. LAFC's poor road record against Colorado persists, as they are now 1-6-2 all-time in regular season games played away against the Rapids. They will return home to face the Portland Timbers on Saturday.
- •LAFC has not scored in two consecutive matches.
- •Cabral Carter made his first MLS start and saved a penalty.
- •LAFC is now 10-7-4 on the season.
- •LAFC has a historical road struggle against Colorado, now 1-6-2.
- •LAFC will host Portland Timbers next on Saturday.
- 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — LAFC's struggles in Colorado continue with second straight shutout loss
"Los Angeles failed to score for a second straight match, missing out on key points in a tight Western Conference.
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