Ryan Hollingshead scored a goal in the 86th minute to help Los Angeles FC beat New York City FC 1-0 on Saturday night.

Los Angeles FC midfielder Ryan Hollingshead reacts after scoring the only and winning goal against the New York City FC during the second half of an MLS match at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Los Angeles FC won 1-0. (Photo by Raul Romero Jr., Contributing Photographer)

LAFC have been known for many of their attacking talents in their MLS history, but their defensive play and clinical finishing are the keys to start 2025. After opening the season with a 1–0 win over Minnesota United,

The Black & Gold have yet to beat NYCFC, which they haven’t played in five years going into Saturday night’s game at BMO Stadium