1v1s in midfield, eyes on Vela key to beating Bradley’s side
Defeating LAFC requires winning 1v1 battles in midfield — both in attack and defense — and a whole lot of defensive running. The Union can’t leave Kai Wagner 1v1 with Vela, and that’s no knock on Wagner; Vela is just that good right now.
Message received: LAFC hear Kacper Przybylko’s comments loud and clear
LAFC’s players, who have been training in Chester all week, received the message loud and clear, but have been California cool talking about it.
LAFC Injury Analysis: Carlos Vela officially removed from injury report
The only question that remains is the extent to which Vela will participate due to his overall match fitness.