Los Angeles FC II 3 – 1 Real Monarchs

MLS Next Pro witnessed a comprehensive performance from Los Angeles FC II as they defeated Real Monarchs 3-1 at the Cal State LA Stadium on 11 May 2026. The hosts controlled proceedings from start to finish, underlining their credentials as one of the strongest teams in the Western Conference.

Match Flow

LAFC II started aggressively and took the lead in the 11th minute. Winger Antonio Sánchez danced past two defenders before squaring for Emilio Vásquez to tap in from close range. The home side doubled the advantage just before half-time when striker Luis Torres finished a flowing team move with a first-time volley.

Real Monarchs offered little in attack during the first half, but they found a lifeline in the 58th minute. A defensive mix-up allowed Spencer Jones to bundle the ball home, reducing the deficit to 2-1 and briefly injecting life into the visitors.

LAFC II, however, responded with composure. In the 76th minute, substitute Mateo Flores restored the two-goal cushion with a stunning long-range strike that curled into the top corner, leaving the Real Monarchs goalkeeper rooted to the spot.

Key Statistics

• Possession: LAFC II 62% – 38% Real Monarchs
• Shots on target: 7 – 3
• Fouls committed: 10 – 15; the visitors were forced into a physical approach to stem the tide.

The result keeps LAFC II firmly in the playoff positions, while Real Monarchs remain in the lower half of the conference.

Player of the Match

Midfielder Diego Alvarez was instrumental, completing over 90% of his passes, creating three chances, and dictating the tempo from the centre of the park. His display epitomised LAFC II’s dominance throughout the 90 minutes.