MLS Playoffs: Bouanga’s magic guides LAFC to Western Conference final

• A solo effort was enough to beat Seattle 1-0
• LAFC will defend their title against Houston Dynamo

Denis Bouanga's moment of magic was enough to give Los Angeles FC a 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference semi-finals, moving LAFC one step closer to defending their MLS Cup title.

Bouanga scored his fourth goal of the playoffs in the 30th minute, goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau made seven saves, and defending champion LAFC advanced to the Western Conference final on Sunday night.