Los Angeles FC II delivered a commanding performance at home on June 29, 2026, defeating Houston Dynamo B 3-1 in an MLS Next Pro encounter that showcased the depth of both clubs’ developmental pipelines. The match, played at LAFC's training ground, saw the home side take control early and hold off a second-half rally from the visitors to secure three valuable points in the Western Conference standings.

Match Overview

From the first whistle, LAFC II pressed high and disrupted Houston Dynamo B’s build-up play. The opening goal came in the 12th minute when winger Jose Martinez cut inside from the left flank and curled a right-footed shot into the far corner past goalkeeper Andrew Pannenberg. The home side doubled their lead just before half-time through striker Nathan Ordaz, who latched onto a through ball from midfielder Tommy Gonzalez and slotted calmly under the advancing keeper.

Houston Dynamo B showed more purpose after the interval. In the 58th minute, midfielder Carlos Rivas pulled one back with a well-struck volley from the edge of the box, giving the visitors hope. However, LAFC II restored their two-goal cushion in the 73rd minute when substitute Diego Rosas headed home from a corner kick, effectively sealing the result.

Key Moments and Tactical Battle

LAFC II’s midfield trio of Tommy Gonzalez, Adrian Wibowo, and Christian Guzman controlled possession throughout the first half, forcing Houston Dynamo B into defensive transitions. The home side’s width, provided by full-backs Gabriel Romero and Luciano Sanchez, stretched the Dynamo defense and created overloads in wide areas.

Houston’s tactical adjustment at half-time saw them switch to a 4-2-3-1, pushing Carlos Rivas into a central attacking role. The change worked briefly, producing the goal, but LAFC II’s backline, marshalled by captain Jalen Greer, held firm in the closing stages. The defensive organization limited Houston to just three shots on target across the 90 minutes.

Standout Performances

• Nathan Ordaz (LAFC II) – The 19-year-old striker was a constant threat, scoring one goal and forcing two saves from the Houston goalkeeper.
• Tommy Gonzalez (LAFC II) – Orchestrated play from midfield, completing 89% of his passes and providing the assist for Ordaz’s goal.
• Carlos Rivas (Houston Dynamo B) – Scored a stunning volley and was the visitors’ most dangerous player, but lacked support in the final third.

Table and Season Impact

With this victory, LAFC II moved into third place in the MLS Next Pro Western Conference, keeping pace with league leaders St. Louis City SC II. Houston Dynamo B, meanwhile, remain in the bottom half of the table, now seven points adrift of the playoff places. The result extends LAFC II’s unbeaten run at home to four matches, highlighting their strength in front of their own supporters.

The win also underscored the importance of depth in MLS Next Pro, where clubs often rotate lineups to develop young talent. LAFC II’s ability to score three goals without several first-team regulars bodes well for their postseason ambitions.