Uzuni Brace Lifts Austin FC Past Sporting KC at Home

Match Result

Visiting Austin FC claimed a decisive 2-1 victory against Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The win improves Austin FC’s record to 8-10-13, while the loss drops Sporting Kansas City to 6-4-21.

Key Moments

The contest remained scoreless until the second half when Sporting Kansas City broke the deadlock in the 55th minute. Stephen Afrifa found the back of the net for the home side, giving them a 1-0 advantage at Sporting Park.

Austin FC responded with momentum, leveling the score shortly after. In the 64th minute, Myrto Uzuni equalized for the visitors, making it 1-1. Uzuni proved to be the difference-maker later in the game, striking again in the 86th minute to put Austin FC ahead for good.

Statistical Highlights

Stephen Afrifa led all players with nine total shots for Sporting Kansas City. Stefan Cleveland made five saves for the home team in an effort to keep the score close.

For Austin FC, Myrto Uzuni was a constant threat, recording five total shots and converting two of them into goals. Damian Las contributed three saves for the visitors in relief or support duties.

Final Details

The match took place at Sporting Park in Kansas City, Kansas, with an attendance of 13,928 fans. The result stands as a regular-season contest with no playoff implications stated.

Sources

ESPN