In June 2026, Los Angeles FC turned the city into a hub of soccer activity, rolling out a calendar of clinics, festivals and celebrations that reached neighborhoods from West Hollywood to Koreatown.
Youth Development and Partnerships
The club joined forces with Mattel to run a soccer clinic at the toy giant’s headquarters, while a collaboration with BMO culminated in the inaugural Copa BMO Showcase, featuring sixteen youth teams competing for top honors.
Metro by T‑Mobile contributed to the effort with a Summer Soccer Fest that brought together more than 150 youngsters from the Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood, offering them a day of drills, games and mentorship.
Inclusion and Celebration
Pride Month was marked with a series of activations, including a presence at the WeHo Pride Festival and a float in the LA Pride Parade, underscoring the club’s commitment to a welcoming environment for all fans.
The Brese Youth Leadership Program honored its graduating cohort, highlighting how soccer can be a conduit for leadership skills and community pride.
Captain Aaron Long visited Echo Park Lake to lead a clinic that celebrated the partnership between U.S. Soccer and the City of Los Angeles, a collaboration that also saw tickets donated for the upcoming World Cup.
On‑Field Highlights
A friendly match at BMO Stadium pitted LAFC against LA Galaxy Unified, with the LAFC side securing a 5‑0 victory that added a festive note to the month’s competitive spirit.
The Copa BMO Showcase not only showcased emerging talent but also served as a platform for fans to experience high‑level youth soccer in a professional setting.
World Cup Anticipation
As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup gathered momentum, LAFC organized watch parties in Koreatown and Juneteenth-themed gatherings, turning living rooms and block parties into communal celebrations of the global game.
These events, alongside match‑day viewing sessions and fan festivals, reinforced the club’s role as a catalyst for civic engagement and cultural exchange throughout Los Angeles.