Austin FC Stuns Seattle Sounders With Late Double to Win 2-1

Turning the Tide

The decisive moment in this Thursday, August 20, 2026, matchup arrived in the 66th minute when Facundo Torres struck for the visitors. That goal set the stage for Austin FC to overcome the home side, ultimately securing a 2-1 victory at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington.

The result shifted the momentum entirely in favor of the road team, leaving Seattle Sounders FC chasing a lead they failed to maintain.

Second-Half Drama

Austin FC built on its early second-half advantage with a second goal from Guilherme Biro in the 87th minute. The effort put the visitors ahead 2-1, creating a tense final stretch for the home crowd. Seattle Sounders FC responded swiftly, with Stuart Hawkins finding the net in the 90th minute.

However, the late strike proved insufficient to alter the final outcome, as the match ended with Austin FC holding the lead.

Statistic Standout

Despite the loss, the Seattle Sounders FC attack and defense showed flashes of resilience. Albert Rusnák led the home side with five total shots, while goalkeeper Andy Thomas recorded five saves. On the other side of the pitch, Austin FC’s Jorge Alastuey registered two total shots, and goalkeeper Damian Las was instrumental in the win, making six saves to preserve the narrow advantage.

Final Records

The match concluded with a final score of Austin FC 2, Seattle Sounders FC 1. Following this result, the Seattle Sounders FC record stands at 7 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses. Austin FC improves its standing to 5 wins, 5 draws, and 10 losses.

The contest featured exactly three goals, with no further scoring after Hawkins' late effort, cementing the visitors' upset on the West Coast.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761736