Austin FC Defeats LAFC, Ending Their Six-Game Win Streak

Austin, TX, October 13, 2025

News Summary

Austin FC secured a vital 1-0 victory against Los Angeles FC, effectively ending LAFC’s impressive six-game win streak. Owen Wolff scored the decisive goal in the 83rd minute, snapping LAFC’s shutout streak that had lasted for 429 minutes. This victory also secured Austin FC a spot in the upcoming MLS Cup playoffs. LAFC, despite the loss, remains competitive in the Western Conference standings. The match was viewed as a potential playoff preview with both teams already qualified for the postseason.

Austin, Texas – Austin FC secured a crucial victory over Los Angeles FC (LAFC) with a 1-0 win on Sunday night, effectively ending LAFC’s impressive six-game win streak. The match saw Austin’s Owen Wolff score the decisive goal in the 83rd minute, snapping LAFC’s shutout streak that had lasted for 429 minutes since September 21. The goal was a result of a corner kick taken by Zan Kolmanic, which deflected off LAFC’s Eddie Segura and allowed Wolff to head the ball into the back post.

Austin FC’s goalkeeper Brad Stuver made two crucial saves during the match, preserving the team’s slim lead as they improved their record to 13 wins, 12 losses, and 8 draws, totaling 47 points. This victory secured Austin FC the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference for the upcoming MLS Cup playoffs that will begin on October 22.

Despite the defeat, LAFC maintained a strong position in the Western Conference standings with a record of 17 wins, 8 losses, and 8 draws, totaling 59 points. They remain just one point behind San Diego and one point ahead of Minnesota. The Vancouver Whitecaps lead the conference with 63 points.

Notably, LAFC’s key players Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-Min were unavailable for this matchup due to international duty. Bouanga is currently the second top scorer in MLS with 24 goals, while Son has contributed eight goals and three assists since joining LAFC on August 6. Austin FC, on the other hand, dealt with their own player absences due to international duty, including Myrto Uzuni, Dani Pereira, and Julio Cascante.

The match, originally scheduled for July 5 but postponed due to severe weather and flooding in Austin, was played in warm conditions with temperatures in the low 90s and 50% humidity. This encounter was viewed as a potential playoff preview, considering both teams had already secured spots in the postseason.

Wolff’s goal marked not only a significant moment in the game, but it also shed light on Austin FC’s ongoing struggle with goal scoring, as they have recorded the fewest goals in the Western Conference this season. Nonetheless, Wolff continues to be a vital player for Austin FC, ranking second in goals for the team with five and leading in assists with eight.

While LAFC had previously shown excellent form, earning a sixth consecutive win against Toronto FC before facing Austin, this loss illustrates potential vulnerabilities as they head into the playoffs.

Standings Overview

• Austin FC: 13 wins, 12 losses, 8 draws; 47 points (No. 6 seed in Western Conference)
• LAFC: 17 wins, 8 losses, 8 draws; 59 points (1 point behind San Diego, 1 point ahead of Minnesota)

Player Impact

• Owen Wolff: 5 goals, 8 assists (Austin FC)
• Denis Bouanga: 24 goals (LAFC)
• Son Heung-Min: 8 goals, 3 assists (LAFC)

Upcoming Matches

The next phase of the MLS Cup playoffs begins on October 22, where both Austin FC and LAFC will be looking to advance and capitalize on their playoff positions.

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Additional Resources

• LAFC Official Site: Match Preview
• Wikipedia: Austin FC
• MLS Soccer: Match Overview
• Google Search: LAFC vs Austin FC 2025
• Athlon Sports: Player News
• Google Scholar: MLS Playoffs 2025 Analysis
• LA Times: Match Report
• Encyclopedia Britannica: MLS 2025
• LAFC Official Site: Player Status Report
• Google News: LAFC News 2025

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