Los Angeles FC welcomes Chicago Fire to SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in a key MLS regular-season matchup that has playoff implications for both clubs. This is a game that could be the first MLS appearance for LAFC’s new big signing,

LAFC has become one of the teams to watch in the MLS, with the arrival of Son Heung-Min causing excitement among fans in the United States. LAFC will be taking on Chicago Fire at SeatGeek Stadium. LAFC is currently 6th in the Western Conference with 36 points and 14th in the Supporters' Shield standings.

Bouanga notched his 14th goal of the season for LAFC (10-6-7) after subbing in for Mathieu Choinière in the 61st minute. The PK was awarded after Son Heung-Min — in his debut with the club — was fouled by defender Carlos Terán.