LAFC looks to return to the win column in clash with San Jose

San Jose will put L.A.'s reputation as one of the most lethal sides at home to the test, having earned three road victories in just as many tries this season. The Black and Gold, however, are 6-0-1 at BMO Stadium across all competitions in 2026 and have outscored opponents 17-1 in the process.

Head coach Marc Dos Santos noted San Jose's status as a tough opponent to play defensively. He said that they play well together and know what they want to do.

"We know it's going to be a very hard opponent for us. What's important is to switch on again," he said. "We had the two days off after Cruz Azul, now it's the biggest game of our season."

Both sides have shown defensive prowess, tied for the fewest goals conceded in the league (2).

"I think we have to play our best on Sunday," said midfielder Timothy Tillman. "It's going to be hard to break them, especially defensively, they've done really good. It's going to be as important as the last game."

Dos Santos also spoke about the challenges that come with playing such a busy schedule, which forces him to prepare his squad differently from other teams.

"It's a disadvantage when you cannot prepare the week like other teams prepare when they play against you. It's a disadvantage when you have to choose which players play when, because you're not at your fullest all the time," he said. "I trust everybody on the roster, but you always want to play every game with everybody available."

The lineup should, nonetheless, be close to full strength on Sunday. Dos Santos announced that midfielder Amin Boudri will remain out for a couple more weeks, dealing with a hamstring injury he felt before LAFC's April 4 match against Orlando City. Midfielder Stephen Eustáquio will rejoin the team on Friday night and should return to the field sometime next week.

Where to watch

The match will be available on Apple TV, Coupang Play and SPOTV (Korea). Radio coverage can be found via 710 AM ESPN LA, ESPN App (English), 980 AM La Mera Mera (Spanish), 1230 AM K-Radio (Korean) and Sirius XM FC 157.

Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. PT.