Austin FC came from behind to beat Seattle Sounders FC 3-1 in a pulsating MLS encounter. Two goals in the final five minutes turned the match on its head after Seattle had levelled early in the first half.
Ilie Sánchez opened the scoring for Austin in the 11th minute, heading home from Besard Sabović's corner. Paul Rothrock equalised for the visitors just after the quarter-hour mark, firing home from close range. The game looked poised for a draw until the 86th minute, when Myrto Uzuni slotted in after a neat pass from Ervin Torres. Christian Ramirez sealed the win in the 90th minute, again set up by Torres. Jackson Ragen was sent off for Seattle in stoppage time after receiving a second yellow card.
Statistically, the match was tight: both sides had 10 total shots, but Austin put six on target to Seattle's three. Seattle actually edged the expected goals (1.28 to 1.15) yet couldn't convert their chances. Austin's two big chances were both scored, while Seattle's one big chance was not enough. The home side also committed fewer fouls (5 to 12) and enjoyed 53% possession.
