Cengiz Ünder makes a fast start in America: His assist opens the door to the quarterfinals

Cengiz Ünder, who transferred on loan from Fenerbahçe to the US Major League Soccer (MLS) team Los Angeles FC, has played his first match for his new club. Facing Columbus Crew in the CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16, Los Angeles FC advanced to the quarterfinals after scoring a goal assisted by Cengiz.

COLUMBUS CREW ENDED THE FIRST HALF IN THE LEAD

Columbus Crew, playing as the host, took the lead in the 10th minute with a goal from Jacen Russell-Rowe. In the final minutes of the first half, former Fenerbahçe star Diego Rossi made the score 2-0 with a penalty kick.

Denis Bouanga puts a bow on the Round of 16 for @LAFC pic.twitter.com/h6IFD2k7lL

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CENGİZ ENTERS, QUARTERFINALS SECURED

National player Cengiz Ünder entered the game in the 68th minute. In the 90+6th minute, Cengiz won the ball and provided an assist to Denis Bouanga, bringing the match score to 2-1. This goal was enough for Los Angeles FC to advance. Having won the first leg 3-0, Los Angeles FC advanced to the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup with a 3-2 aggregate score.

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