LAFC Defeats Dynamo 2-0 After Red Cards

Mark Delgado, Son Heung-Min, and Hugo Lloris lead LAFC to victory over Houston Dynamo.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 2:31am

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Los Angeles FC defeated the Houston Dynamo 2-0 on Saturday night after the Dynamo lost two players to red cards. Mark Delgado scored a goal and had an assist, Son Heung-Min had two assists, and Hugo Lloris posted a second straight clean sheet for LAFC. The Dynamo were forced to play a man down for most of the match after a red card in the first half.

Why it matters

This win extends LAFC's unbeaten start to the season and showcases their depth and ability to capitalize on opportunities, even when facing a short-handed opponent. The Dynamo's disciplinary issues raise questions about their ability to maintain composure and avoid costly mistakes throughout the season.

The details

LAFC took advantage of the Dynamo playing a man down, with Delgado scoring in the 56th minute off assists from Son and Denis Bouanga. Stephen Eustáquio added an insurance goal in the 82nd minute after the Dynamo were reduced to nine men. Lloris recorded two saves for his second straight clean sheet to start the season.

  • In the second minute of stoppage time in the first half, Houston defender Antônio Carlos was issued a red card.
  • In the 82nd minute, Agustín Bouzat was shown a red card, leaving Houston with just nine players on the field.

The players

Mark Delgado

LAFC midfielder who scored a goal and had an assist in the match.

Son Heung-Min

LAFC midfielder who had two assists in the match.

Hugo Lloris

LAFC goalkeeper who recorded a clean sheet with two saves.

Antônio Carlos

Houston Dynamo defender who was issued a red card in the first half.

Agustín Bouzat

Houston Dynamo player who was issued a red card in the second half, leaving the Dynamo with just nine players.

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What they’re saying

“We knew it would be a tough match, but the guys showed great discipline and focus to capitalize on the opportunities presented to us.”

— Marc Dos Santos, LAFC Head Coach

What’s next

LAFC will host FC Dallas next Saturday, while the Dynamo will travel to face the New England Revolution.

The takeaway

LAFC's ability to maintain composure and take advantage of the Dynamo's disciplinary issues demonstrates their potential to be a top contender in the MLS this season. The Dynamo, on the other hand, will need to address their lack of discipline to avoid similar setbacks going forward.