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As LAFC Prepares for Western Conference Final, Middling LA Rams Back Their MLS ‘Friends’ With a Heartfelt Message

Published 12/02/2023, 10:46 PM EST

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The Los Angeles Rams are getting ready to engage in a highly anticipated match against the Houston Dynamo FC. The two teams will be facing each other at BMO Stadium. The LAFC have secured third in the Western Conference and are coming off a narrow 1-0 win against the Seattle Sounders.

Not to mention, the LA Rams opponent, the Houston Dynamo, is equally remarkable. They’ve clinched 4th place and a victory against Sporting Kansas City by the same margin as LAFC. Just ahead of the clash between these two Titans, the players of LAFC did something that has caused a stir on the internet. The midfielder Kellyn Acosta and the former winger Gareth Bale were seen spreading love.

The Los Angeles Rams showed support ahead of the Western Conference finals

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Not very long ago, the Los Angeles Rams official page on X posted something delightful. The Rams extended a warm show of support to their fellow Los Angeles sports team, the LAFC. This camaraderie between the city’s teams showed the unified spirit of Los Angeles’ sports community.

LAFC, stepping into the Western Conference Finals, carries not just their ambitions but also the high hopes of their fans and fellow athletes from the Rams. So, to motivate them even more, Gareth Bale and Kellyn Acosta became part of the sweet gesture. They were seen supporting their fellow LAFC team by holding their jerseys.

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They captioned, “Wishing our friends @LAFC good luck tonight in the Western Conference Finals!.” This gesture from the Rams, encapsulated in a social media shout-out, reflected a larger narrative of mutual respect among L.A.’s sports franchises. Now, who will win in the Western Conference finals? The team’s previous matchup details might help analyze that, as this is the first time they’re facing each other.

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Dynamo vs. LAFC: a history of rivalry

The upcoming match between LAFC and Houston Dynamo is more than just a game; it’s the culmination of their history together. LAFC has won against Dynamo in 5 of their last 13 matchups, and is now facing a challenging time.

The team’s previously unblemished record has been dented by 3 losses in their four games against Dynamo. Contrastingly, the Houston Dynamo boasts an impressive record. They’re reaching the conference finals for the eighth time and have surpassed other teams’ achievements since their 2006 league debut.

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Adding to the excitement, LAFC’s Denis Bouanga is in spectacular form. He’s been scoring in each of his last six matches, totaling 10 goals. This backdrop sets the stage for an electrifying showdown. Who do you think will win? Let us know below.

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