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LAFC Clinch Final Spot in 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Posted : 10 June 2025

Los Angeles FC earned a coveted berth in the inaugural 2025 FIFA Club World Cup by defeating Mexico’s Club América 2–1 after extra time in a dramatic play-in showdown at their BMO Stadium on May 31. This decisive match was arranged after Club León was disqualified due to FIFA multi-club ownership rules, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed the one-off playoff would determine the final team in Group D.

 

The final Group D lineup now sees LAFC joined by European giants Chelsea, Libertadores champions Flamengo, and Tunisian winners ES Tunis. LAFC will kick off their WC campaign against Chelsea at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on June 16, before facing ES Tunis on June 20 in Nashville and Flamengo on June 24 in Orlando.

 

On the pitch, LAFC leaned on their star Canadian Gabon forward Denis Bouanga, whose decisive extra-time goal sealed the victory. The win not only secured the on-field triumph but also a $9.55 million participation fee, highlighting the high financial stakes for MLS sides in this tournament. Club América remained competitive, leveraging their strong squad depth and support, but ultimately fell short despite valiant effort .

 

With momentum on their side and a nine-game unbeaten streak carried over into the season, LAFC arrives at the Club World Cup determined to prove MLS can compete on a global stage . Head coach Steve Cherundolo and his squad are embracing the spotlight, ready to represent North America alongside fellow MLS sides Inter Miami and Seattle Sounders (mlssoccer.com).

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