MLS
Dénis Bouanga is MLS Player of the Matchday for second time this season
LAFC defeated Minnesota 5-1, with the Gabonese striker scoring a hat-trick in the comprehensive victory.
LAFC thrashed Minnesota 5-1 at BMO Stadium in MLS matchday 36. The team led by Mexican forward Carlos Vela secured their place in the playoffs to move one step closer to this season’s title.
Hat-trick hero Dénis Bouanga was awarded MLS Player of the Matchday after scoring three times in the first half of the game. Minnesota took the lead through Hassani Dotson after just four minutes, however, two minutes later Bouanga found the back of the net to level matters. The home side went on to run out comfortable winners with a convincing victory.
Bouanga in form
LAFC have collected a total of 48 points, securing their place in the playoffs, with 13 wins, 9 draws and 10 defeats in the Western Conference.
Bouanga has been an explosive force in the side’s attack, scoring 17 goals, and is now in with a chance of being the MVP of the 2023 season.
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