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Sunday at the Banc of California Stadium at high noon the Los Angeles Football Club will host the Western Conference Finals for the second time in its short five-year history. LAFC, the winner of the 2022 Supporters' Shield, will take on upstart Austin FC, competing in only its second season of Major League Soccer. The winner will play the winner of the Eastern Conference finalist, the Philadelphia Union or the New York City FC, for the MLS Cup title on Saturday, November 5. LAFC beat the L.A. G...
1. Philadelphia Eagles (6-0): The Eagles have a +12-turnover ratio, which is a +8 better than the second-place team in that category. The Eagles lead the NFL in turnovers caused with 14 and lead the NFL in fewest turnovers with two. Next: Bye – Following week: N/A vs Pittsburgh Steelers – Sun, Oct. 30 – O/U N/A (ATS: 4-2 – O/U: 3-3) 2. Buffalo Bills (5-1): With the Bills 24-20 win over the Chiefs at Kansas City, the Bills have the early season edge on homefield advantage over the Chiefs and the...
1. Philadelphia Eagles (5-0): The Eagles remained undefeated after hanging on for a 20-17 win over the Cardinals. The Eagles jumped to a 14-0 second quarter lead over the Cardinals and then did what other teams have done with the Cardinals; they took their foot off the gas. Next: -6 vs Dallas Cowboys – Sun, Oct. 16 – O/U 42 (ATS: 3-2 – O/U: 2-3) 2. Buffalo Bills (4-1): In their rout of the Steelers, the Bills showed the Steelers and the NFL early in the game what they are capable of. On the t...
1. Philadelphia Eagles (4-0): The Eagles still remain the only undefeated team in the NFL and statistically look like the best team in football. The Eagles second in total offensive yardage per game, second in scoring per game, third in defensive yardage allowed per game and first in turnover ratio. They are showing few weaknesses. Next: -5.5 at Arizona Cardinals – Sun, Oct. 9 – O/U 48.5 (ATS: 3-1 – O/U: 2-2) 2. Buffalo Bills (3-1): The Bills overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the Ravens in na...
1. Philadelphia Eagles (3-0): The Eagles are the only undefeated team in the NFC and lead the NFL in total offense at yards per game and are 5th in total defense at yards per game allowed. They are not a fluke; they have a good football team. Next: -6.5 vs Jacksonville Jaguars – Sun, Oct. 2 – O/U 46 (ATS: 2-1 – O/U: 1-2) 2. Miami Dolphins (3-0): Somehow the Dolphins are unbeaten after three weeks, despite being ranked 31st on defense and 13th on offense. Defensively, the Dolphins are allow...
For the umpteenth time during the Sean McVay era the Los Angeles Rams had to rely on their resolute defense to save the day. Despite having blown out the Atlanta Falcons 31-10 with 12 minutes remaining in the game, the defending Champion Rams had to rely on the league's best defensive player Aaron Donald, All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey and company to win by the skin of their teeth. "I've been doing it long enough to know you never take a win for granted in this league. It's too difficult to...
1. Buffalo Bills (2-0): The Bills have easily defeated the Super Bowl champion Rams 31-10 and crushed the Tennessee Titans on Monday Night 41-7. The Titans had the best record in the AFC last season. The Bills look like the best team in football. Next: -5.5 at Miami Dolphins - Sun, Sep. 25 – O/U 52.5 (ATS: 2-0 – O/U: 1-1) 2. Kansas City Chiefs (2-0): The Chiefs escaped with a victory over the Chargers, but they did not look like the better team. They looked like the team that would find a way...
Soon after hoisting their 2021 NFL Championship banner to the SoFi Stadium rafters the Buffalo Bills dismantled the reigning Super Bowl Champion Rams from the opening drive, eventually waltzing to a 31-10 victory in front of a sold-out crowd of 73,846, with seemingly half the crowd sporting Buffalo blue jerseys. "We weren't ready to go," stated Rams head coach Sean McVay after the game. "I take a lot of pride in that and that's on me. I got to do better. There was a lot of decisions that I made...
1. Buffalo Bills (1-0): The Bills easily defeated the Super Bowl champion Rams and let the NFL world know that they are the team to beat in 2022. Quarterback Josh Allen threw for three touchdowns and ran for a fourth touchdown in the rout of the Rams. They also have quarterback Josh Allen. Next: -10 vs Tennesse Titans - Mon, Sep. 19 – O/U 48.5 (ATS: 1-0 – O/U: 0-1) 2. Kansas City Chiefs (1-0): Tyreek Hill who? Quarterback Patrick Mahomes was selected the AFC Offensive Player of the Week in Wee...
1. Los Angeles Rams (0-0): The Rams added eight-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner to their defense in the offseason and wide receiver Allen Robinson, a legitimate No. 1-type receiver to their offense. The Rams will be tough to beat. Next: +2.5 vs Buffalo Bills - Thu, Sep. 8 – O/U 52.5 (ATS: 0-0 – O/U: 0-0) 2. Buffalo Bills (0-0): The Bills added linebacker Von Miller from the Rams to make a good defense even better. They had the No. 1 ranked defense in the NFL in 2021. They also have quarterb...
Angel City FC made the following announcement yesterday, which gave the club unexpected added rest from the regular season. The match against the North Carolina Courage, originally scheduled for this Friday, July 15, will now take place Wednesday, September 14 due to COVID-19 protocols. The time of the rescheduled match will be announced in the coming days." The break is short-term welcome news as the team reached the regular season's halfway mark with an encouraging 5-4-2 record and a tie for...
LAFC formally introduced star winger Gareth Bale of Wales as its newest member to a very packed media audience at Banc of California Stadium last Monday afternoon. The announcement comes as the 5th-year MLS club is enjoying its finest season since winning the Supporters' Shield in 2019. Along with the addition of Italian star defender Giorgio Chiellini introduced a few weeks ago, the Black & Gold are now odds on favor to win this season's MLS Cup. "After speaking with John (Thorrington) and...
LAFC formally introduced star winger Gareth Bale of Wales as its newest member to a very packed media at Banc of California Stadium on Monday afternoon. The off-field news coincides with the 5th-year MLS club's on-field success by enjoying its finest season since winning the Supporters' Shield in 2019. Along with the addition of Italian star defender Giorgio Chiellini who was introduced a few weeks ago, the Black & Gold are now odds-on favorite to win this season's MLS Cup. "After speaking with...
La dolce vita arrives in Los Angeles. LAFC's 3-1 resolute victory over visiting FC Dallas on Wednesday night, June 29, capped off the most groundbreaking week in the club's five-year history. Off the field, Los Angeles Football Club became the talk of the soccer world with three significant signings, each one worthy of front-page status. The remarkable sequence kicked off this past Sunday at Banc of California Stadium, beginning with a 2-0 sweltering high-noon showdown win over the New York Red...
Angel City FC were not happy a happy lot following a physical 1-0 clean sheet loss to the OL Reign on Friday night at Lumen Field, Seattle. "It was a difficult game," said Freya Coombe, ACFC head coach. "I think the team feels disappointed and frustrated with some of the key moments that could have been potentially game-changing." "I thought we did well in the second half in terms of our possession and had some sustained pressure. Unfortunately, I don't think we did enough in the final third to...
Angel City FC were not happy a happy lot following a physical 1-0 clean sheet loss to the OL Reign on Friday night at Lumen Field, Seattle. "It was a difficult game," said Freya Coombe, ACFC head coach. "I think the team feels disappointed and frustrated with some of the key moments that could have been potentially game-changing." "I thought we did well in the second half in terms of our possession and had some sustained pressure. Unfortunately, I don't think we did enough in the final third to...
Angel City Football Club received the worst possible news on Monday, June 13. The club confirmed that team leader and forward Christen Press sustained a season-ending ACL injury in the 63rd minute at Racing Louisville on Saturday night. ACFC rallied to beat Louisville, 3-2, on Savannah McCaskill's penalty conversion in stoppage time, but that took a back seat to Press' injury. Undeniably, it is a cruel blow to the first-year franchise that improved its record to 4-3-1. "We are gutted that...
Angel City FC received the worst possible news on Monday, June 13. The club confirmed that team leader and forward Christen Press sustained a season-ending ACL injury in the 63rd minute at Racing Louisville on Saturday night. ACFC rallied to beat Louisville, 3-2, on Savannah McCaskill's penalty conversion in stoppage time, but that took a back seat to Press' injury. Undeniably, it is a cruel blow to the first-year franchise that improved its record to 4-3-1. "We are gutted that Christen has...
Love at the Banc. Angel City FC celebrated Pride Night in front of 16,739 fans on a Tuesday night, playing to a 0-0 scoreless draw against the Houston Dash. ACFC's defense returned to form against the NWSL's hottest team to blunt a two-game losing streak, but the offense's scoreless drought extended to three games. Yet, the clear message was one of inclusiveness for its supporters and a signal that the club is emerging as a leader for positive change in women's professional sports. "Our...
One quarter of the 2022 NWSL season is already in the books for Angel City FC. The first-year club started off with an ideal 3-1 record but have suddenly lost consecutive games for the first time, both clean sheets. The Portland Thorns FC shut out ACFC in convincing fashion Saturday night, 3-0, scoring two very early goals, while handing Angel City their first-ever regular season road loss. "It was a tough game for us," acknowledged ACFC head coach Freya Coombe, whose team fell back to a 3-3...
To play soccer is to suffer. Angel City FC had a packed crowd of 18,784 at Banc of California Stadium on the edge of their seats with a sustained offensive blitz late in the second half but came up empty in a 1-0 loss to the Gotham FC of New Jersey/ New York on Sunday, May 29. ACFC deserved a better result as they dominated NJYGFC in every conceivable facet except for the all-important scoreboard. “We showed real dominance in the second half. Initially, we were just rushing in the final third a...
To play soccer is to suffer. Angel City FC had a packed crowd of 18,784 at Banc of California Stadium on the edge of their seats with a sustained offensive blitz late in the second half but came up empty in a 1-0 loss to the Gotham FC of New Jersey New York on Memorial Day Sunday. ACFC deserved a better result as they dominated NJYGFC in every conceivable facet except for the all-important scoreboard. "We showed real dominance in the second half. Initially, we were just rushing in the final...
The dream start for Angel City FC continues to turn heads in Los Angeles and in the soccer world as they won their third game is four regular season matches. ACFC turned Banc of California Stadium into a Saturday night Angel fever by shutting out the Kansas City Current, 1-0, before a packed crowd of 18,514 on May 21. The win moved the team into second place (9 points) in the NWSL standings behind the league leading San Diego Wave FC (12 points). "You could just see little incremental improvemen...
Angel City Football Club surprised the soccer world once again by marking their inaugural road trip with an impressive 1-0 clean sheet victory over the National Women’s Soccer League defending Champion Washington Spirit. Forward Christen Press delivered the game’s only score in the 42nd minute, a golazo into the far-right corner of the net. Angel City’s defense prevailed in the second half, combined with a rain shower in the closing minutes that further soaked the 7,433 fans at Audi Field...
Angel City Football Club surprised the soccer world once again by marking their inaugural road trip with an impressive 1-0 clean sheet victory over NWSL defending Champions Washington Spirit. Forward Christen Press delivered the game's only score in the 42nd minute, a golazo into the far right corner of the net. Angel City's defense prevailed in the second half, combined with a rain shower in the closing minutes that further soaked the 7,433 fans at Audi Field. "We were feeling the effects of...
