Austin FC win in an exceptional performance at home!

Danny Jefferson | August 30, 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS - AUGUST 30: Myrto Uzuni #10 of Austin FC and Osman Bukari #11 of Austin FC embrace after Myrto Uzuni #10 of Austin FC scores a goal assisted by Osman Bukari #11 of Austin FC in the match at Q2 Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Daniel Jefferson/MLS via Getty Images)

Austin FC delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, defeating the San Jose Earthquakes 3–1 at Q2 Stadium. The win was vital for Austin’s postseason push, as it lifted them back into playoff position with just seven matches remaining on the calendar.

The night began with energy and urgency from the home side. Austin pressed San Jose high up the pitch, forcing turnovers and immediately putting the visiting defense under pressure. That approach paid off in the 12th minute when Owen Wolff slipped a perfectly weighted pass into the path of Osman Bukari. The Ghanaian winger made no mistake, calmly finishing into the bottom corner to put the Verde & Black in front.

AUSTIN, TEXAS - AUGUST 30: Mikkel Desler #3 of Austin FC, Diego Rubio #21 of Austin FC, Besard Sabović #14 of Austin FC, Daniel Pereira #8 of Austin FC celebrate after going up 3-1 over San Jose Earthquakes in the match at Q2 Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Daniel Jefferson/MLS via Getty Images)

San Jose attempted to settle into the game after the early setback, controlling stretches of possession and testing Austin’s defensive shape. However, the Earthquakes struggled to convert that possession into clear opportunities. Austin goalkeeper Brad Stuver was rarely called into action in the first half, as the back line of Julio Cascante and Leo Väisänen held firm.

Austin doubled their advantage in the 31st minute through another moment of Bukari brilliance. After beating his marker down the right flank, Bukari delivered a low cross into the area. Myrto Uzuni was well positioned to pounce, guiding the ball into the net to make it 2–0. The combination of Bukari’s speed and Uzuni’s awareness underlined the attacking chemistry Austin had been missing in recent weeks.

AUSTIN, TEXAS - AUGUST 30: DeJuan Jones #22 of the San Jose Earthquakes shows emotion after his team falls down 3-1 in the second half against Austin FC in the match at Q2 Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Daniel Jefferson/MLS via Getty Images)

The Earthquakes found a lifeline early in the second half. In the 49th minute, Daniel Munie capitalized on a loose ball following a corner kick, turning it past Stuver from close range to cut the deficit in half. The goal shifted momentum and gave San Jose belief, as they pushed numbers forward in search of an equalizer.

Despite the pressure, Austin maintained composure and defended with resilience. Diego Rubio and Sebastian Driussi dropped deeper to help control midfield, limiting San Jose’s ability to break lines. Austin’s counterattacking threat remained alive, with Bukari constantly stretching the defense and forcing the Earthquakes to respect the space in behind.

The decisive third goal arrived late in the match. In the 83rd minute, Austin forced another defensive miscue from San Jose when a failed clearance ricocheted off an Earthquakes defender and into the net for an own goal. While not the prettiest of finishes, the goal sealed the result and relieved the pressure on Josh Wolff’s side heading into the final minutes.

Statistically, San Jose had the edge in possession and total shots, but Austin were the more clinical team in the key moments. The hosts managed seven shots on target compared to San Jose’s three, underlining the efficiency that had been missing in earlier matches this summer.

AUSTIN, TEXAS - AUGUST 30: Daniel Munie #5 of the San Jose Earthquakes defending a ball against CJ Fodrey #19 of Austin FC in the match at Q2 Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Daniel Jefferson/MLS via Getty Images)

For Austin, Bukari stood out as the clear man of the match, scoring once and assisting another. His pace, creativity, and work rate were central to everything positive in the attack. Uzuni’s positioning and finishing also provided a reliable outlet, while Stuver’s steady presence gave confidence to the defense.

With the 3–1 victory, Austin extended their unbeaten run to three matches and climbed back into the playoff picture. The result also sets the stage for a tense run-in, with another meeting against San Jose looming on the final day of the regular season. For now, though, Austin can take confidence from a performance that combined defensive discipline, attacking sharpness, and the belief that their season is still very much alive.