Austin FC’s season ended Sunday at Q2 Stadium after LAFC dominated Game 2 of the first-round playoffs with a 4–1 victory. Coming off a loss in Game 1 on the road, Austin needed a win at home to force a deciding match, but LAFC’s early control set the tone for the rest of the night.

LAFC opened the scoring in the 21st minute. Heung‑Min Son finished a quick build-up play after a pass from Denis Bouanga, putting Austin behind early and forcing them to chase the game.

Just four minutes later, Bouanga scored himself to make it 2–0. Austin struggled to regain composure, and their early momentum was quickly stalled by LAFC’s organized pressing and quick transitions.

Bouanga completed his hat trick just before halftime in the 44th minute, finishing another well-worked LAFC sequence to make it 3–0. Austin went into the break with a steep deficit, knowing they had a tough second half ahead.

Austin did pull one back in stoppage time of the first half. Dani Pereira converted a penalty to make it 3–1, giving the crowd a moment of hope, but the timing meant the visitors still held firm control going into halftime.

In the second half, Austin tried to push forward and create chances, but LAFC stayed compact and limited any sustained pressure. The home team had a few opportunities, but nothing that seriously threatened to change the game.

LAFC added a fourth goal in stoppage time through Jeremy Ebobisse, sealing the 4–1 win and closing out the series. Austin fought hard but could not convert their chances into meaningful goals to keep the series alive.

Overall, LAFC was efficient and clinical in front of goal. Austin had stretches of possession and moments of attacking promise, but they couldn’t match the visitors’ execution or composure in key moments.

The result eliminates Austin from the playoffs, but there were positives to take away. They showed resilience and energy at times, and moments like Pereira’s penalty and pushes in the second half show the team’s potential for next season.

LAFC, meanwhile, moves on to the Western Conference Semifinals with confidence. They were sharp, composed, and decisive, showing why they are one of the league’s top sides. Their ability to capitalize on early chances and maintain control throughout the match made the difference and left Austin searching for answers.

In stoppage time, Jeremy Ebobisse scored a fourth goal for LAFC, sealing the 4–1 win. Austin had moments, but they never mounted a serious comeback. LAFC was clinical with their chances, converting three of their first-half opportunities and controlling the pace. Austin showed flashes of attacking promise but couldn’t match the efficiency of the visitors.

The win means LAFC advance to the Western Conference Semifinals, while Austin’s season ends. Despite the loss, there are positives to build on, like their persistence and moments of offensive creativity.Overall, LAFC showed why they’re one of the league’s strongest sides, capitalizing on key moments and controlling the match from start to finish. Austin gave their best effort but came up short.

LAFC Ends Austin FC’s Season with 4–1 Win at Q2 Stadium

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LAFC Ends Austin FC’s Season with 4–1 Win at Q2 Stadium

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