Heartbreak For LAFC As Aaron Long’s Season Ends Abruptly
Written by Patrick Echatah
Los Angeles FC announced on Tuesday that their key defender, Aaron Long, will miss the rest of the 2025 season.
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Long suffered a ruptured left Achilles tendon during Saturday’s 2-0 victory against FC Dallas at BMO Stadium and has since had successful surgery.
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Long, who joined LAFC in 2023, has been a crucial part of their defense, playing in 104 matches across all competitions.
Before joining LAFC, he was a highly decorated player for the New York Red Bulls, earning MLS Defender of the Year and Best XI honors in 2018.
The 32-year-old’s strong performance led to him being called up to the US men’s national team 35 times since 2018.
This news comes at a crucial time for LAFC, as they are currently contending for a top-four position in the Western Conference and the home-field advantage in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.
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Los Angeles FC currently have 32 points from 9 wins, 5 losses, and 5 draws.
Los Angeles FC will have the chance to sign new central defenders during the Secondary Transfer Window, which is open from July 24 to August 21.
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