LAFC Represents MLS in Concacaf Champions Cup
On April 4, 2025, LAFC became the only MLS team to win in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals by defeating Inter Miami 1-0, with Nathan Ordaz scoring the decisive goal. Inter Miami now faces a challenging return leg at Chase Stadium as they must overturn the deficit without conceding.
Published on April 4, 2025
On April 4, 2025, LAFC emerged as the only MLS team to secure a victory in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals by defeating Inter Miami 1-0 at BMO Stadium. Nathan Ordaz scored the decisive goal, and despite Lionel Messi playing the full match for Inter Miami, his team was unable to find the net. Other ties were recorded in the tournament with LA Galaxy and Tigres drawing 0-0 and Vancouver Whitecaps and Pumas tying 1-1.
The result adds pressure on Inter Miami as they now face an uphill battle in the return leg at Chase Stadium, needing to overturn the deficit without conceding. With three second-leg matches set to be played in Mexico, LAFC’s performance underscores their strong representation for MLS in the tournament, having kept a clean sheet at home.