Vela originally joined LAFC in August 2017, arriving at the then-expansion team from LaLiga side Real Sociedad. An in-prime forward, he became LAFC’s inaugural signing and first Designated Player.

In 2024, Vela lost his Malibu home in the Palisades fire. In a joint announcement with the club, Vela stated he will become an LAFC ambassador as he begins his post-playing days.

Former Mexico and LAFC forward Carlos Vela announced his retirement from soccer on Tuesday, with the 36-year-old to become LAFC's first club ambassador.

LAFC legend Carlos Vela has announced his retirement from professional soccer following an incredible 19-year career for club and country. One of the most decorated players in MLS history, Vela ...

Carlos Vela, the first player signed by LAFC and still the club record-holder in goals, assists, games and minutes played, announced his retirement Tuesday. The team said in announcement that Vela ...

Los Angeles FC brought back a player they described as a "club legend," former MLS Most Valuable Player Carlos Vela. LAFC re-signed Vela for the remainder of the 2024 season with a club option for ...

Carlos Vela celebrates alongside his wife, Saioa Cañibano, after LAFC defeated Houston in the MLS playoff Western Conference final Dec. 2, 2023, at BMO Stadium. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) By ...

LOS ANGELES — Carlos Vela flashed his smile and soccer skills at the Los Angeles Football Club’s performance center for the first time in 10 months on Tuesday. Waiting for medicals to clear ...

Already eliminated from Club World Cup knockout stage contention, LAFC look for one last hurrah as they take on Brazilian ...

O LAFC é um dos representantes dos Estados Unidos no Mundial. O Lance! apresenta um perfil contando um pouco sobre a história ...