Countdown to Kickoff Presented by BMO on ESPNLA is getting you ready for every LAFC match with insight, access, and energy you won’t find anywhere else. Hosted by Mario Ruiz, this is your all-access pass to the Black & Gold. Countdown to Kickoff sets the stage with everything you need to know — from key matchups to storylines shaping the season. Mario brings you inside the locker room and onto the training pitch with exclusive interviews featuring LAFC players, coaches, and front office leaders. Countdown to Kickoff also brings you the latest surrounding Angel City FC, highlighting the biggest moments, player storylines, and what’s ahead for one of the most exciting clubs in the NWSL. From local soccer headlines to news from around the football globe, Mario Ruiz keeps you informed on all things soccer — right here in Los Angeles and beyond. If you bleed Black & Gold, follow Angel City, or simply love the beautiful game, this is your matchday soundtrack. Countdown to Kickoff Presented by BMO — only on ESPNLA.|