LAFC midfielder Mateusz Bogusz is officially on fire. The 22-year-old Polish player has been named Major League Soccer’s (MLS) Player of the Month for June 2024, a well-deserved recognition for his incredible performances.
Bogusz was the driving force behind LAFC’s undefeated June run (4 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw). He played in every match and made a significant contribution in each one, racking up a total of nine goals and assists (6 goals and 3 assists). This impressive feat ties him with Cucho Hernández of the Columbus Crew for the league lead in goal contributions for June.
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But Bogusz’s hot streak doesn’t stop there. He’s currently tied with FC Cincinnati’s Luciano Acosta, the reigning league MVP, for the longest goal contribution streak in MLS this season. Bogusz has managed an impressive nine games in a row with a goal or assist, helping LAFC maintain their unbeaten streak as well (8 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw) during that period.
Hats off to Mateusz Bogusz 🎩
Bogusz is June's MLS Player of the Month after six goals and three assists in five games for @LAFC. pic.twitter.com/bNenpPkhRq
— Major League Soccer (@MLS) July 3, 2024
June ended on a particularly high note for Bogusz, as he scored his first-ever MLS hat trick in a convincing 3-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids. This hat trick capped off a truly remarkable month for the young midfielder.
Bogusz’s performances are a major reason why LAFC is currently sitting comfortably at the top of the Western Conference with 40 points (12 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws). Their next challenge comes on Thursday night at the Rose Bowl, where they’ll face their fierce rivals, the LA Galaxy, in the highly anticipated El Tráfico (10:30 pm ET / 7:30 PT).
This Player of the Month award is a significant milestone for Bogusz, not just for his personal achievements but also for Polish representation in MLS history. He joins Piotr Nowak (who won the award in May 1998) as the only two Polish players to receive this honour.
The MLS Player of the Month award is voted on by a select group of national media representatives, making Bogusz’s win even more meaningful. It’s a clear recognition of his exceptional talent and the significant impact he’s had on LAFC’s success this season.
With his current form and dedication, Bogusz is sure to be a force to be reckoned with for the rest of the season. LAFC fans will be eagerly watching his performance in the upcoming El Tráfico match and beyond, hoping he can continue his impressive run and help lead the team to even greater heights.
