Club América’s hopes for a spot in the FIFA Club World Cup were dashed after a dramatic 2-1 defeat to Los Angeles FC in Los Angeles. The match, played at BMO Stadium, was decided in extra time and featured late heroics, unexpected twists, and high stakes for both sides.
How Did América vs LAFC Unfold?.
América took the lead in the 64th minute with a penalty converted by Brian Rodríguez, a former LAFC player, after a VAR review determined a foul in the box. The advantage held until the 89th minute, when LAFC’s Igor Jesus equalized with a header—his first goal for the club—sending the match into extra time.
In the 115th minute, Denis Bouanga became the hero for LAFC, scoring the decisive goal with a powerful shot that deflected past América’s goalkeeper. The result secured LAFC’s first-ever qualification for the expanded FIFA Club World Cup, set to begin June, 2025, in the United States.
Key Match Details.
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Final Score: LAFC, Club América (after extra time).
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América’s Goal: Brian Rodríguez (64’, penalty).
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LAFC Goals: Igor Jesus (89’), Denis Bouanga (115’).
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Date: June, 2025.
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Venue: BMO Stadium, Los Angeles.
What’s Next for América?.
With this result, América misses out on the Club World Cup, while LAFC joins Chelsea, Flamengo, and ES Tunis in Group D. América’s fans, who filled the stadium with energy, will now look ahead to the next Liga MX season and future international opportunities.
When Did América Play and What Was the Score?.
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América played against LAFC on June, 2025.
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Final score: América, LAFC (after extra time).
For those wanting to relive the match’s top moments, highlights are available on major sports platforms and YouTube..
