LAFC<\/a>‘s season-opening, five-game unbeaten streak will be put to the test Saturday evening when they host Orlando City<\/a> on Matchday 6.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Record<\/strong><\/p>\n What to know<\/strong><\/p>\n After breaking the record for the longest shutout streak to start an MLS season (450 minutes<\/a>) with a 0-0 draw<\/a> at Austin FC<\/a>, LAFC look to return to winning ways during Matchday 6.\u00a0<\/p>\n That defensive form, anchored by goalkeeper Hugo Lloris<\/a>, has led the club to the top of the Western Conference standings.<\/p>\n Yet, after a stellar spell to end 2025, Denis Bouanga<\/a> and Son Heung-Min<\/a> are still looking to rekindle their connection in 2026. They’ve combined for just 1g\/5a in league play.<\/p>\n Outside of MLS, the Black & Gold have advanced to the\u00a0Concacaf Champions Cup<\/a> quarterfinals, where they will meet LIGA MX giants\u00a0Cruz Azul.\u00a0<\/p>\n This all unfolds under new head coach Marc Dos Santos. He was appointed in the offseason after being an assistant under former manager Steve Cherundolo.<\/p>\n Who to watch<\/strong><\/p>\n Predicted XI<\/strong><\/p>\n Several LAFC players are returning from international duty. Will that cause Dos Santos to rotate his XI or stick with his preferred team?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Record<\/strong><\/p>\n What to know<\/strong><\/p>\n Orlando City made waves<\/a> during the March international window, announcing French forward Antoine Griezmann<\/a> will join the club in July from LaLiga’s Atl\u00e9tico Madrid. Until then, the Lions are on the prowl for their second win of the 2026 season after losing four of their first five matches.\u00a0<\/p>\n Interim head coach Mart\u00edn Perelman leads the group, following the team’s split with longtime head coach \u00d3scar Pareja<\/a> after three losses in as many games.\u00a0<\/p>\n They will look to build form through returning internationals, including Croatian winger Marco Pa\u0161ali\u0107<\/a> and goalkeeper Maxime Cr\u00e9peau<\/a>, who is in contention for Canada<\/a>‘s starting role at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.\u00a0<\/p>\n Can the Lions start to bank points ahead of Griezmann’s arrival? That will be the goal this weekend at BMO Stadium.<\/p>\n Who to watch<\/strong><\/p>\n Predicted XI<\/strong><\/p>\n Fresh off a 5-0 defeat<\/a> at Supporters’ Shield leaders Nashville SC<\/a>, Orlando would likely be satisfied with a road draw against LAFC. That means defensive solidity is at a premium for Perelman’s side.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n LAFC have built a fortress at BMO Stadium, and the backline hasn’t taken a wrong step this season. That prowess will continue to be the home side’s edge in this match, while Son’s hunger for a first MLS goal of 2026 stands out as a difference-maker.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \n How to watch & stream<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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