Late Goals Seal Win
Austin FC secured a 3-1 victory over the visiting Seattle Sounders FC at Q2 Stadium on Thursday. The result improves Austin’s record to 4-5-7, while Seattle drops to 7-3-5 in the standings.
First Half Action
The hosts took the lead early in the contest. Ilie Sánchez found the back of the net in the 11th minute, giving Austin FC an early advantage. The Sounders responded with offensive pressure, and Paul Rothrock equalized in the 26th minute. Rothrock was active throughout the match, finishing with two total shots for Seattle.
Second Half Decisive Moments
Austin FC regained control in the second half. Myrto Uzuni scored in the 86th minute to restore the home team's lead. The game appeared settled, but Austin added insurance in stoppage time. Christian Ramirez scored in the 90th minute plus one second, capping off a three-goal performance for the hosts.
Key Performances
While Austin FC dominated the scoring, Seattle’s goalkeeper Andy Thomas made three saves in an effort to keep the match close. The final attendance at Q2 Stadium was 20,738. The result leaves Austin with four wins, five draws, and seven losses, while Seattle holds seven wins, three draws, and five losses.
Sources
https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761674
