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Section 128 | This is Los Angeles

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40:00

What was JT Thinking As He Saw LAFC Fall to San Jose...

Section 128 | This is Los Angeles ·

2026/04/21

Erik and Celso break down the beat down that was LAFC 1 - 4 San Jose, a game most of us called to be close or LAFC wins. Instead, Bruce Arena served Marc dos Santos a nice serving of Humble Pie as the Black and Gold looked unispiring at home in front of the 3252, with Son Heung-min once again not being a factor in the game.

34:14

LAFC Through in Concacaf Champions after tie vs. Cruz...

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2026/04/16

We glance over LAFC's uneventful game in Mexico. With the Black and Gold commanding a 3-0 lead, Marc dos Santos opted for the anti-football formula but ended up with a 1-1 tie, which was enough to send the Black and Gold through.We break it all down on this show then go straight into the San Jose Earthquakes preview with Tectonic Takes.

68:34

LAFC Suffers 1st Loss at Portland, heads to Mexico...

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2026/04/14

We break down the Timbers loss with the mixed lineup. Jude Terry's first big moment with LAFC and what to expect in the 2nd leg of Concacaf Champions against the Liga MX powerhouse Cruz Azul, reeling from a 3-0 beat down at BMO Stadium.

31:32

LAFC Crushes Cruz Azul: David Martínez Steals the Show

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2026/04/11

We recap LAFC’s dominant 3-0 win over Cruz Azul, highlighting David Martínez’s breakout performance and Mark Dos Santos’ tactical control.Then we preview the second leg in Puebla and debate rotation choices for the upcoming MLS trip to Portland, weighing player rest, lineup speculation, and what’s next for the club.

68:34

LAFC vs Cruz Azul: Clash of Titans in the Champions Cup

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2026/04/06

Hosts Celso, Ivan and Erik break down LAFC's 6-0 thrashing of Orlando, assess squad depth and possible transfer moves, and preview the crucial Champions Cup tie with Cruz Azul. They debate starting lineups, key matchups, and predict an intense, tight series that could go either way.

56:22

LAFC on the Brink: Sonny’s Slump, Bouanga Questions &...

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2026/03/24

Celso Oliveira and Eric Hultstrom break down LAFC’s flat draw in Austin, the small traveling supporters’ presence, and the online fallout after the match.We analyze Sonny and Denis Bouanga’s recent struggles, MDS substitution choices and bench management, plus the club’s outstanding defensive run and Lloris clean sheets. Looking ahead, the episode previews a tough stretch — Orlando, Cruz Azul (CCL), Portland, San Jose and Colorado — and asks whether LAFC can regroup over the break and prove what

49:10

LAFC MLS 4-0 Start Under Marc Dos Santos | Winning...

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2026/03/17

LAFC extended its perfect start to the 2026 MLS season with another win at BMO Stadium, defeating St. Louis City SC and moving to 4-0-0 in league play without conceding a goal under new head coach Marc Dos Santos.The Black & Gold continue to collect points, but the performances raise questions. In this episode, we break down: • Why LAFC is winning despite quiet stretches from Denis Bouanga and Son Heung‑min • Bouanga’s missed sitter and Sonny’s evolving role as a No.10 • The breakout night from

51:14

LAFC 1–0 FC Dallas | Martínez Screamer & Lloris dominant

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2026/03/10

LAFC kept its perfect start to the 2026 MLS season alive with a 1–0 win over FC Dallas at BMO Stadium. A GOLAZO from David Martínez, while Hugo Lloris delivered a five-save performance to secure another clean sheet. The result moves LAFC to 3-0-0 in MLS play and 5-0-0 across all competitions under new head coach Marc Dos Santos. In this episode we break down: • Why LAFC’s defensive structure looks stronger early in 2026 • The continued emergence of David Martínez as a match-winner, even when Son and

41:22

LAFC vs FC Dallas - BMO MLS Debut

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2026/03/06

Our pregame show with Erik, straight from the Minnesota woods, talking about this weekend's game. Also... what's up with USL?

39:59

LAFC 2026 vs 2025: What Changed — And What It Means...

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2026/03/04

JP Márquez (@jp_marquez20) sits in for Erik as we break down the early tactical evolution of LAFC under Marc Dos Santos compared to the structure built by Steve Cherundolo.Using heatmaps and production data from key players, we isolate the structural shift: Tillman → redistribution Delgado → lighter anchor Martínez → interior compression Sonny → role recalibration

37:03

LAFC 3–0 Inter Miami | LAFC Structure Over Inter...

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2026/02/24

LAFC opened the season with a statement: 3-0 over Inter Miami in front of nearly 76,000 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. In this episode of Section 128, Celso Oliveira is joined by Eric Holstrom to break down what stood out from the match, why the night felt bigger than a typical opener, and what Mark Dos Santos’ early ideas are starting to look like on the field.We cover: Why LAFC controlled Miami (mid-block, transitions, and game management) Son Heung-min + Denis Bouanga and how the

63:07

Section 128 | Season 2 Debut | Marc Dos Santos...

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2026/02/10

We are back for our Season 2 debut, as usual LIVE on Mondays.Erik and Celso review LAFC's participation at the Coachella Valley Invitational, with a 1-1 tie vs. NYCFC. We also will premiere our interview with newly appointed coach Marc dos Santos, who spoke with Section 128 days before leaving for the Indio training camp. Finally, Erik and Celso project the team's success in 2026 with a new coach but still with the best attacking duo MLS has seen.

86:03

LAFC Eliminated in Vancouver: Son’s Heroics, Dolo’s...

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2025/11/25

LAFC’s 2025 season is over — and our final live episode breaks down everything from the 4–3 extra-time thriller in Vancouver to the seismic changes arriving this offseason.In this episode of Section 128, we cover: • LAFC 2–2 Vancouver (AET): Full Breakdown of yet another PK loss. — First-half collapse — Son Heung-min’s incredible comeback (2 goals, insane free kick) — 11 vs 9: How LAFC failed to finish it — Penalty heartbreak: Son & Mark Delgado miss • Steve Cherundolo Departs LAFC We play

75:03

Vancouver vs LAFC Semifinal + MLS Calendar Shift Special

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2025/11/20

The Western Conference Semifinal is here — and it’s the matchup MLS fans circled the moment Son Heung-min and Thomas Müller arrived. LAFC vs Vancouver. Son vs Müller. BC Place SOLD OUT! Tonight, we’re joined by TWO expert guests: • Josh Gross — LAFC beat reporter and longtime voice on Black & Gold coverage • Samuel Rowan — Managing editor at The Third Sub and one of the sharpest Vancouver analysts in MLS Together we break down: • Why analysts say Son Heung-min has been the transformative

65:24

LAFC Take Game 1 vs Austin | Ordaz’s First Playoff...

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2025/10/31

LAFC opened the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs with a 2-1 win over Austin FC at BMO Stadium!Nathan Ordaz scored his first-ever postseason goal, Son Heung-min set it up, and Denis Bouanga drove the attack as the Black & Gold took a 1-0 lead in the Round One Best-of-3 series. In this episode of Section 128, Celso & Erik break down: • Son Heung-min’s creative spark in his MLS playoff debut • Ordaz’s moment and what it means for LAFC’s homegrowns • Cherundolo’s tactical control and what Austin can

60:35

No Bouanga. No Son. No Spark: What Went Wrong with...

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2025/10/14

LAFC’s six-game win streak came to an end in Austin. With Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-min away on international duty, the Black & Gold fell 1-0 to Austin FC at Q2 Stadium — their first MLS road loss since April.Austin’s Owen Wolff scored the decisive goal in the 83rd minute, ending LAFC’s 429-minute shutout streak and snapping their 11-game road unbeaten run. Despite 55% possession and solid defensive control, Steve Cherundolo’s side couldn’t find the breakthrough — recording just 0.2

65:34

Six Straight & Still Climbing: LAFC Heads to Austin...

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2025/10/10

Six straight wins, zero goals allowed in three — and now, LAFC head to Austin without their superstars. Can Cherundolo’s men keep it rolling? We break it down with Hernan from We Are Austin TV.

67:50

LAFC 3-0 STL: Son & Bouanga Stay Hot | Cherundolo’s...

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2025/09/30

LAFC makes it four in a row and hits a historic milestone under head coach Steve Cherundolo.In this episode of Section 128, we dive into LAFC’s 3-0 win over St. Louis — powered by Son’s brace and Bouanga’s fifth-straight goal - the duo is ON FIRE! Tommy Moos from Scarves and Spikes joins the show to preview Atlanta United vs LAFC this Sunday on MLS Season Pass . We talk Ronny Deila’s tactics, Almirón’s return, and what Atlanta needs to do to survive BMO. 🎙️ With Celso, Erik, and Tommy 📅 Monday,

60:47

(Another) Bouanga Hat Trick, Son’s First BMO Goal...

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2025/09/24

LAFC is officially playoff bound. In this episode of Section 128, Celso and Erik break down LAFC’s dominant pair of wins over Real Salt Lake — including Denis Bouanga’s sensational hat trick and Son Heung-Min’s long-awaited first goal at BMO Stadium.We also reflect on the tribute to Carlos Vela, LAFC’s original captain and the newly named to the Ring of Honor, and look ahead to what’s next in the MLS playoff race

65:12

Bouanga ties Vela | Son scores again | LAFC destroys...

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2025/09/16

LAFC’s stars showed up and showed out in front of 50,978 fans at Levi’s Stadium — and spoiled the San Jose Earthquakes’ record-setting night.Denis Bouanga delivered a statement hat trick, tying Carlos Vela atop LAFC’s all-time scoring charts with 93 goals in just 143 games. Son Heung-min added his second goal in Black & Gold, scoring just 46 seconds in — the third-fastest goal in club history. We break it all down in this week’s Section 128: • Bouanga’s legacy and Golden Boot chase • Son’s

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