Son Heung-min continues to make an impact for Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC). In the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup, LAFC faced Liga Deportiva Alajuelense. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, halting LAFC’s impressive winning streak.
Match Summary
The game took place on Tuesday at BMO Field in Los Angeles, California. Alajuelense took the lead with a goal from Alejandro Bran in the 44th minute. However, LAFC responded quickly.
Key Moments
- First Half: Alajuelense led 1-0 at halftime.
- Equalizer: Son Heung-min assisted Denis Bouanga, who scored in the 56th minute.
Son’s assist adds to his season tally of one goal and seven assists across six matches.
LAFC’s Performance
Before this draw, LAFC enjoyed a five-match winning streak. Their season began strongly, with three victories in Major League Soccer and two wins in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
| Statistics | LAFC | Alajuelense |
|---|---|---|
| Shot Attempts | 31 | 4 |
| Shots on Goal | 13 | 3 |
Looking Ahead
The second leg of this round of 16 matchup will take place next Tuesday at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto in Alajuela, Costa Rica. Both teams will be looking to secure a spot in the next round of the tournament.
