LAFC Continue Their Hot Streak! Are They the New MLS Juggernaut? + Who’s Leading the Race to Be USMNT’s #9?

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down LAFC’s hot run of form since acquiring Son Heung-Min, and what it could mean for the club as we head into the playoffs. Have LAFC overtaken Inter Miami as the MLS Cup favorites?

Next, Christian and Alexis recap USMNT activity across Europe. Which USMNT striker abroad is staking his claim to be the national team’s #9? They also break down Christian Pulisic and Malik Tillman’s hot starts for their clubs and what it could mean for the USMNT next summer.

Later, they react to some of the biggest news in world soccer, including Harry Kane’s possible return to Tottenham, Ousmane Dembélé’s Ballon d’Or win, and more.
 

(7:30) - Are LAFC the new MLS juggernaut?

(32:00) - Which USMNT striker is leading the race to start in 2026?

(41:00) - Christian Pulisic real to make all-star leap?

(45:00) - Malik Tillman cementing himself at USMNT #10?

(48:00) - Rápido Reactions: Harry Kane, Ballon D’or & more

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