D.C. United acquires El Salvador international Nathan Ordaz from LAFC. Monday, Jul 13, 2026, 10:55 AM D.C. United acquires El Salvador international Nathan Ordaz from LAFC, Ordaz joins the Black-and-Red as a U22 Initiative player. WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jul. 13, 2026) - D.C. United has acquired El Salvador National Team player Nathan Ordaz in a Cash for Player Trade from Los Angeles Football Club. The Black-and-Red acquired Ordaz for $2.375 million and could send up to an additional $500,000 to LAFC if Ordaz meets certain performance incentives. LAFC may also retain a sell-on percentage of any future transfer or trade. Ordaz joins the Black-and-Red as a U22 Initiative player. "Nathan is an exciting talent who has shown a natural ability to score goals and provide assists," said Dr. Erkut Sogut, D.C. United Managing Director of Soccer Operations. "He works relentlessly on both sides of the ball, and he provides us flexibility as he can play as both striker and winger. We are excited for Nathan to join our family in the second half of our season as we continue to re-shape our roster and build a winning culture." Ordaz, 22, joins D.C. United after emerging as one of Major League Soccer's brightest young attacking talents. A product of the LAFC academy, Ordaz signed a Homegrown contract in 2022 and has developed into a dynamic young forward. He has made nine MLS appearances (six starts) this season, scoring two goals and recording one assist across 501 minutes played. Ordaz also featured in five CONCACAF Champions Cup matches, scoring one goal in a 2-1 win against Costa Rican side LD Alajuelense. The forward spent the past three-and-a-half seasons with LAFC, making 98 appearances across all competitions while scoring 14 goals and recording eight assists. Ordaz made his debut for LAFC on May 9, 2023, starting the match and converting his penalty in a 7-6 shootout win over Monterey Bay FC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. He would net his first goal for the club on Aug. 2, 2023, in a 7-1 Leagues Cup win over FC Juárez of Liga MX. His standout season came in 2025, where he scored five goals and tallied five assists in 26 MLS appearances while also contributing two goals and one assist in five CONCACAF Champions Cup matches. As a result, Ordaz was featured in MLS's 22 Under 22 Rankings in 2025, ranking as the eighth best young talent. The California native joined the LAFC academy in 2018, working his way through the academy until signing as the fourth homegrown player in club history in 2022. He also made appearances for LAFC2 in MLS NEXT Pro and went on a short loan spell with Las Vegas Lights FC in the USL Championship. Ordaz has represented El Salvador's youth national team at the U20 level and earned his first cap for the senior team on March 20, 2024, in a 1-1 international friendly draw against Bonaire. He recorded his first international goals for La Selecta earlier this year, scoring a brace in a 2-2 draw against the Dominican Republic in March. In total, Ordaz has 14 caps for El Salvador, scoring two goals and registering three assists. Nathan Ordaz Position: Forward/Winger Birthplace: Encino, CA Country: El Salvador/United States Birthdate: January 12, 2004 Height: 5'11" Weight: 163 lbs. Status: U22 Initiative Transaction: D.C. United acquires El Salvador National Team player Nathan Ordaz in a Cash for Player Trade from Los Angeles Football Club. The Black-and-Red acquired Ordaz for $2.375 million and could send up to an additional $500,000 to LAFC if Ordaz meets certain performance incentives. LAFC may also retain a sell-on percentage of any future transfer or trade. Ordaz joins the Black-and-Red as a U22 Initiative player.

2026 Leadership Summit connects alumni and explores Leadership Through Disruption. Hosted by USC Marshall, the 2026 summit featured a keynote speech from the Los Angeles Football Club President and a panel of industry trailblazers. John Thorrington, co-president and general manager of Los Angeles Football Club, presents at the 2026 Leadership Summit. [USC Photo / Brian Morri] USC Marshall School of Business and USC Leventhal School of Accounting Deans' Alumni Council hosted the 2026 Leadership Summit on March 27. The event annually gathers USC alumni and local business leaders for professional development and networking opportunities. The 2026 Summit centered on the theme, "Leading Through Disruption," a reference to how new technologies, like artificial intelligence, are rapidly shifting industries and rewriting job descriptions. This year's event welcomed over 450 attendees, the largest attendance in the summit's history. In keeping with the theme of disruption, Dean Geoffrey Garrett opened the summit by emphasizing the need for Marshall to lead through times of industry upheaval. "[We're] feeling a lot of pressure, but good pressure, both at the business school level and at the university level, to keep up with the pace of change in the world," Garrett said. "That's the challenge." John Thorrington, co-president and general manager of Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), provided the keynote address. Hired in 2015, the former soccer player has presided over the team in seven playoff appearances and received the 2024 Major League Soccer (MLS) Sporting Executive of the Year award. Yet, Thorrington pointed out that LAFC's success didn't come easily. When the club first joined MLS as an expansion team, they faced a crowded L.A. sports and entertainment market. To survive and eventually thrive, Thorrington knew LAFC would need to stand out. "If you think about being in a crowd, what is the fastest way to disappear? Blend in," Thorrington said. "We said we're not going to blend in. We set out very intentionally to do either what others weren't willing to do or what they couldn't do." Thorrington explained how LAFC married two seemingly contradictory concepts: a global brand with a local identity. The club invited Angelenos to take part in brainstorming events, building early community through bar meetups, whiteboard sessions, and even Expo Park drum circles. The organization enhanced the matchday experience with a state-of-the-art stadium and expanded their global recognition by acquiring world-famous players on the transfer market. The co-president said the philosophy of disruption touched every part of club culture, but that past risk was essential to the organization's current success. Rather than following trends and imitating rivals, Thorrington urged attendees to separate themselves from conventional wisdom. "My recommendation to people, as you look to play the role of disruptor, is figure out who you want to be first and let that then inform your strategy. Do not do it in reverse," Thorrington said. "Once you know who you are, you create this filter through which you can make your decisions. What that precludes you from doing is blowing in the wind."

Ono Hawaiian BBQ kicks off first-ever MLS partnership with LAFC, launching "LAFC Scores First" Trigger Promotion. March 12, 2026 · · Fans score a $5.99 Chicken Plate Lunch the next business day when LAFC nets first in the first-half at home. Los Angeles, CA (RestaurantNews.com) Ono Hawaiian BBQ is proud to announce its first-ever Major League Soccer partnership with Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), marking a major milestone for the family-owned, Hawaiian-inspired fast-casual brand. To kick off the season-long partnership, Ono Hawaiian BBQ is launching the "LAFC Scores First" Trigger Promotion, giving fans a chance to celebrate when LAFC scores first in the first half of a home match with a special offer. With the special offer, fans can enjoy a Chicken Plate Lunch for $5.99 by using the code LAFCSCORES. When the trigger activates, the promotion will be available the next business day following the LAFC home game at participating Ono Hawaiian BBQ locations across Greater Los Angeles area. The offer is valid online only for registered users, limited to one redemption per order, and is not available through third-party platforms. Eligible menu items include the Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Plate, Chicken Katsu Plate, and Teriyaki Chicken Plate. "Southern California has been home to Ono for more than two decades and partnering with one of the region's most exciting sports franchises allows us to connect with fans in a meaningful and fun way," explained Christine Jan, Ono Hawaiian BBQ's Director of Marketing. "The LAFC Scores trigger is our way of celebrating with the community and sharing a little aloha spirit beyond the stadium." For more than two decades, Ono Hawaiian BBQ has served generous portions of fresh, grilled-to-order island favorites made with high-quality ingredients and house-made sauces. The LAFC partnership reflects the brand's continued investment in Southern California communities and its commitment to delivering bold flavor and aloha spirit to fans on and off the field. Fans can follow Ono Hawaiian BBQ on Facebook, TikTok, X and Instagram for real-time updates on game-day triggers and promotions. They can also follow LAFC on Facebook, Instagram, and X or visit LAFC Promotions for additional offers and updates. About Ono Hawaiian BBQ Founded in 2002, Ono Hawaiian BBQ is a family-owned fast casual restaurant known for its Hawaiian-inspired Plate Lunches and other island specialties. Ono Hawaiian BBQ uses the freshest ingredients, prepared from scratch daily in each restaurant and grilled fresh to order. With locations in California and Arizona, Ono Hawaiian BBQ aims to combine the culture and "Aloha" spirit of Hawaii into their restaurants to bring a taste of the islands with exceptional service in an inviting atmosphere. For more information, visit OnoHawaiianBBQ.com. Media Contact: Taylor DeVries Blaze PR [email protected]