NYCFC Draws 1-1 with LAFC at Citi Field as Walta and Perea Score

New York City FC and Los Angeles FC finished a regular‑season MLS match at Citi Field with a 1-1 tie.

Leo Walta opened the scoring for the visitors in first‑half stoppage time, blasting a right‑footed shot from a free kick into the top right corner.

Andrés Perea equalized for the home side early in the second half, heading in a corner delivered by Nicolás Fernández Mercau in the 59th minute.

Matt Freese recorded two saves for NYCFC, and the match concluded with both clubs earning one point.

The result left New York City FC in 11th place in the Eastern Conference with four games remaining in the schedule.