Denis Bouanga breaks Lionel Messi's record in Leagues Cup
What's the story
Denis Bouanga, the star forward of Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), has set a new scoring record in the Leagues Cup. His latest goal during LAFC's 3-0 triumph against Seattle Sounders propelled him to the top of the all-time scoring list for this tournament. With a total of 11 goals, Bouanga has now surpassed the previous record of legend Lionel Messi. Here are the key stats.
Record
Bouanga surpasses Messi
The Leagues Cup, now in its fifth edition, has evolved from a four-team event to a 47-team tournament. Despite this expansion, Bouanga's performance remains noteworthy. He has netted 11 goals in just 8 appearances, having provided six assists for his teammates. This achievement underscores his significant contribution to LAFC's success in the competition. Notably, Messi has scored 10 goals and recorded an assist in the Leagues Cup so far.
Season turnaround
Bouanga's form boosts LAFC's season run
After failing to score in his first four Major League Soccer (MLS) games, Bouanga has found his stride as the regular season nears its end. He has raced to 21 goals and 14 assists from 32 games across competitions. His improved performance has been instrumental in bolstering LAFC's prospects for the remainder of the season.