Sergi Palencia - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Los Angeles FC visits the LA Galaxy after shutout victory

A game after shutting out the Seattle Sounders 1-0, Los Angeles FC plays the LA Galaxy

3 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Receives surgery Palencia has had surgery on a muscle in his leg, according to manager Marc Dos Santos, per Josh Gross of Inside So Cal Sports.

Impact Palencia was expected to be out until the World Cup break, but could miss out on further time, as the defender received surgery. That said, a return date is not in place, potentially leaving him out until the fall. He has been their starting right-back when fit, with Ryan Hollingshead and Ryan Raposo as likely replacements.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles FC takes losing streak into matchup with the Seattle Sounders

Los Angeles FC aims to stop a three-game skid when it hosts the Seattle Sounders

MAY 23 • Associated Press

Acosta and Nashville host Los Angeles FC

Bryan Acosta leads Nashville into a matchup with Los Angeles FC fresh off of a two-goal outing against the New England Revolution

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Set for three-game absence Palencia (groin) is expected to be sidelined for at least three matches due to the injury he suffered in the weekend's game against Houston, per manager Marc Dos Santos, Josh Gross...

Impact Palencia might not see much more action before the World Cup break, with his full recovery timeline potentially extending to more time as he's scheduled to see another doctor. This news represents an important blow to an LAFC side that had relied on him as a right-sided defender. His place in the starting lineup will likely be covered by Ryan Raposo in the short term.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC hosts Los Angeles FC after shutout win

A game after shutting out the Colorado Rapids 1-0, Saint Louis City SC plays Los Angeles FC

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Jack McGlynn scores in each half to spark Dynamo to 4-1 victory over LAFC

Jack McGlynn scored a goal in each half and the Houston Dynamo thumped Los Angeles FC 4-1

MAY 11 • Associated Press

Subs off with injury Sunday Palencia went down with an apparent groin issue during Sunday's clash against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Palencia lasted 43 minutes on the field and barely had a chance to produce before being replaced by Ryan Raposo in this match. The Spaniard has been his side's first-choice right-back for most of the year, so losing him would reduce the squad's depth in that spot, with Raposo likely to see increased playing time. In any case, Palencia is now questionable for upcoming games.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Tafari scores in stoppage time, LAFC beats Toluca 2-1 in 1st leg of CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal

Nkosi Tafari headed in Son Heung-Min’s free kick in second-half stoppage time and LAFC beat Toluca FC 2-1 in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal

APRIL 30 • Associated Press

Denis Bouanga's 5th career MLS hat trick helps LAFC beat Orlando City 6-0

Denis Bouanga scored three goals, his fifth career hat trick in MLS, and Son Heung-min had four assists to help Los Angeles FC beat Orlando City 6-0

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Scores first goal of season Palencia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 6-0 victory versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Palencia buried his first MLS goal of 2026 in the 39th minute, cutting inside and finishing off Son Heung-Min's record-setting fourth assist of the half to push the lead to 5-0, while also chipping in three clearances and two tackles in a composed defensive outing. He logged 71 minutes before making way for Ryan Raposo, with coach Marc Dos Santos rotating his squad ahead of Tuesday's Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal against Cruz Azul.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Martinez, Lloris lead LAFC over Dallas 1-0 for third straight shutout victory to begin season

David Martinez scored in the second half and Hugo Lloris made it stand up for a third straight clean sheet to begin the season as Los Angeles FC beat FC Dallas 1-0 on Saturday nigh...

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Makes 36 appearances in 2025 Palencia recorded 35 starts in 36 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Palencia wrapped up his third season with LAFC and his second as a regular starter in the back line by delivering another steady, dependable campaign. He scored his first MLS goal in 2025, adding on two assists, while contributing 80 clearances, 90 tackles, and 11 blocks. His reliability kept him firmly entrenched in the starting XI, missing just one match all season and maintaining consistent form throughout. With that level of performance, he enters 2026 in a strong position to retain his starting role.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots from defense Palencia recorded two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Palencia was active on both ends of the field Sunday, recording one chance created, two crosses and two shots in the attack to go along with two tackles and two clearances in the defense. He has yet to miss a start since July, starting in 29 of his 30 appearances this season.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

LAFC sign Sergi Palencia to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension LAFC have signed defender Sergi Palencia to a contract extension through 2028 with options for 2029 and 2...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Extends with LAFC Palencia has extended his contract with LAFC, according to his club.

Impact Palencia is staying with LAFC for the next few seasons, with the defender inking an extension through the 2028 campaign. The defender has been a starter since last season and should remain in this role throughout the contract, starting in 25 of his 26 appearances this campaign, registering one goal on six shots and two assists on 29 chances created in the attack to go along with 28 interceptions, 58 clearances and 73 tackles in the defense.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up two goals Palencia assisted twice to go with an own goal, one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Palencia was highly influential from the right back position. He delivered two precise assists for Denis Bouanga's goals in the 12th and 87th minute., Unfortunately, Palencia also turned the ball into his own net in the 90th minute (own goal), but his attacking contributions outweighed the late slip. Defensively he contributed with four tackles and two clearances. This was his first goal contribution since April.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bouanga adds hat trick after quick goal from Son as LAFC doubles up Earthquakes 4-2

Denis Bouanga finished with a hat trick after Son Heung-Min scored in the first minute and Los Angeles FC beat the San Jose Earthquakes 4-2 at Levi Stadium

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Back with LAFC Palencia played half an hour in Tuesday's defeat against Mazatlan in the Leagues Cup, confirming he is back available for the team.

Impact Palencia missed the clash against the Timbers because he was in Spain working through the process to receive his green card and was expected to be back for the first Leagues Cup game. That was the case, as he played for half an hour in the second half but couldn't help LAFC avoid the defeat against Mazatlan.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended Friday Palencia is suspended for Friday's clash with Portland due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Palencia is set for a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation. That means he will miss Friday's showdown with Portland. The defender should be replaced by Ryan Hollingshead at right-back for the final match before a two-week break.

JULY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Denis Bouanga scores, LAFC ties season-high with 22 shots in 3-0 win over Rapids

Denis Bouanga converted from the penalty spot in the 42nd minute, Hugo Lloris had two saves and Los Angeles FC beat Colorado 3-0 as the Rapids played all but the first few minutes...

JULY 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Defensive effort in loss Palencia generated three clearances, two crosses (two accurate), two chances created and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Palencia produced a variety of stats from his usual right-back spot, but it wasn't enough for his side to get a clean sheet in the weekend clash. He has now recorded the full 90 minutes in 10 consecutive league matches, averaging 2.6 crosses (0.7 accurate), 3.2 tackles and 2.0 clearances per game over that span. However, his contribution to the score sheet remains limited to a goal he achieved on April 12.

JUNE 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impactful on both ends of pitch Palencia had four crosses and seven tackles in LAFC's 2-2 draw against St. Louis City SC Sunday.

Impact The defender got in on the action on both sides of the pitch, though his defense was much more impactful with seven tackles. Palencia should be a factor next Saturday against Houston Dynamo, who have allowed 14 goals in MLS play but have also scored 10.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bouanga converts late penalty to pull LAFC into 3-3 draw with Portland

Denis Bouanga converted a penalty kick in the 90th minute to pull LAFC into a 3-3 draw against the Portland Timbers

APRIL 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets on Saturday Palencia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Palencia opened the scoring in the 65th minute by converting a rebound. He also made two interceptions, one tackle and one clearance. He has featured in all games and this was his first goal of the campaign.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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