Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles Football Club, commonly known as LAFC, is a professional American soccer franchise based in Los Angeles, California. The club was established on October 30, 2014, and began playing in Major League Soccer (MLS) as an expansion team in 2018, making it the league's 23rd team.

LAFC plays its home matches at the Banc of California Stadium, a state-of-the-art soccer-specific stadium located in the heart of Los Angeles, in the Exposition Park neighborhood. The stadium, which opened in April 2018, has a seating capacity of 22,000 and is the first open-air stadium built in the city of Los Angeles since 1962.

The club's primary colors are black and gold, with a hint of red in the club's crest. The crest, designed by Matthew Wolff, features a wing, symbolizing the city's "Angelino" culture. The club's motto is "Street by Street, Block by Block, One by One," which signifies the club's commitment to building a strong community presence and fan base.

LAFC's ownership group is a consortium of business and entertainment leaders, including entrepreneur Peter Guber, former U.S. women's national team soccer player Mia Hamm, NBA legend Magic Johnson, and actor Will Ferrell. The group's combined expertise in sports, entertainment, and business has been instrumental in the club's success both on and off the field.

On the field, LAFC has quickly established itself as a competitive force in the MLS. In their inaugural season, they reached the knockout stage of the MLS Cup Playoffs, a feat they have repeated in subsequent seasons. The club clinched its first major trophy, the Supporters' Shield, in 2019, setting a new league record for points in a season in the process.

LAFC's playing style is characterized by a high-pressing, attacking approach, which has resulted in some of the most exciting matches in the MLS. The club's commitment to developing young talent is evident in its roster and its investment in a $30 million training facility, the LAFC Performance Center.

The club's passionate fan base, known as the 3252, named after the number of seats in the safe-standing supporters section at Banc of California Stadium, is known for creating an electric atmosphere at home games. The 3252's dedication and fervor have helped establish LAFC as a club with one of the most vibrant fan cultures in American soccer.

In its short history, LAFC has made significant strides both on and off the pitch. The club's commitment to its community, its investment in youth development, and its competitive success have quickly established it as a model franchise in Major League Soccer. As LAFC continues to grow and evolve, it remains committed to its mission of uniting the world's city through the world's game.