Cristian Arango scored twice in an historic performance as Los Angeles FC claimed a 3-2 win over Real Salt Lake in a thrilling MLS contest on Sunday.
Arango s brace included the fastest goal in club history for LAFC – who have won four consecutive games against RSL – after opening the scoring just 20 seconds into the match at Banc of California Stadium.
It eclipsed Eduard Atuesta s record – he scored after 85 seconds on April 24 earlier this season.
Real Salt Lake equalised through Damir Kreilach s stunner approaching the half-hour mark, when the Croatian curled a strike into the net from distance.
Guaranteed delivery in 20 seconds or less. 1-0
— LAFC (@LAFC)
Visiting RSL were only on level terms for two minutes after Arango restored LAFC s lead with a header, much to the delight of the crowd.
Anderson Julio levelled proceedings three minutes into the second half, finishing past Tomas Romero.
But LAFC had the final say as Toni Datkovic s own goal gifted the home side another lead in the 59th minute, an advantage they did not relinquish.
Absolute perfection by Dami
— Real Salt Lake (@realsaltlake)
LAFC are eighth in the Western Conference – adrift of seventh-placed RSL and the play-off spots on goal difference through 23 matches.
