Bounga scores 2 goals, LAFC beats Austin 4-1, advances to Western Conference semis

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Denis Bouanga had two goals and an assist on Sunday night to help Los Angeles FC beat Austin FC 4-1 and sweep the best-of-three series in the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs.

LAFC, which won Game 1 2-1, plays at second-seeded Vancouver in the one-game Western Conference semifinals.

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