What happened: LAFC coach Xavi Tamarit pointed to the team's reaction and energy, along with the atmosphere created by the fans, as the key takeaways. "The important thing for me is the reaction of the team, and the energy they put out," he said. "Also the environment with the fans was amazing and they helped us a lot.

Why it matters: LAFC are in the MLS postseason, where home support and a response under pressure carry added weight. Tamarit has stressed focus and ambition in recent weeks.