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Carlos Vela deslumbra con golazo y nuevo récord en LAFC: mira el video y las claves de su resurgir (Carlos Vela dazzles with wonder goal and new LAFC record: watch the video & key takeaways from his resurgence)
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Los Angeles — Mexican superstar Carlos Vela has officially called time on his playing career and accepted a new role as LAFC’s first-ever “Black & Gold Ambassador,” closing one of the most prolific chapters in Major League Soccer history.
Vela, 36, leaves the pitch with club records for goals (93), assists (51) and MVP honors that crowned his record-breaking 34-goal 2019 season. LAFC declined its 2025 contract option last fall but stayed in talks with the forward; those discussions ended with Wednesday’s front-office announcement, ensuring the franchise icon remains the public face of the club he helped launch in 2018.
Historic Impact on MLS
• Single-season goals record (34) in 2019, eclipsing Josef Martínez’s mark.
• First Mexican player to win MLS MVP and Golden Boot in the same year.
• Delivered LAFC’s inaugural MLS Cup in 2022 and two Supporters’ Shields (2019, 2022).
What the Ambassador Role Means
As LAFC’s global ambassador, Vela will oversee youth outreach, brand partnerships in Mexico and Europe, and serve as a technical advisor to general manager John Thorrington. The club confirmed a special “Carlos Vela Night” on 21 September against Real Salt Lake, where fans will celebrate his career milestone.
Quote from Vela
“I arrived to make history, and we did that together,” Vela said in a club video. “Now my mission is to help the next generation dream even bigger in Black & Gold.”
A Legacy Beyond Los Angeles
Before rewriting MLS record books, the Cancún-born attacker won the 2005 U-17 World Cup Golden Boot, starred for Real Sociedad in La Liga, and logged 72 caps for El Tri, including the 2018 World Cup round-of-16 run.
What’s Next for LAFC
With its Designated Player slot open, LAFC are reportedly scouting a high-profile winger to pair with Dénis Bouanga. The club also expects academy graduate Nathan Ordaz to see more minutes on the right flank this season.
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