LAFC have clinched an Audi MLS Cup Playoffs berth for the seventh time in their eight years of existence, following St. Louis CITY 's 3-1 win at the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday.
With six games left in the regular season, the Black & Gold remain in contention for a top-four spot in the Western Conference. They're currently fourth (47 points; 13W-7L-8D).
LAFC are in their final stretch under head coach Steve Cherundolo. The former USMNT defender announced in April that he will step down at season's end to return to Germany.
Star players
The Black & Gold made global headlines this summer, acquiring South Korean superstar Son Heung-Min from Tottenham Hotspur for a league-record fee (reportedly up to $26.5 million). He's made an immediate impact, tallying five goals and on