Match Result
Real Salt Lake defeated Austin FC with a final score of 2-1 in a contest played at Q2 Stadium. The visiting side from Utah took control after trailing early, overcoming an opening goal from the home team to claim all three points on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
Goal Summary
Austin FC opened the scoring in the second half when Jorge Alastuey found the back of the net in the 52nd minute. The hosts held a narrow lead until Real Salt Lake responded with two quick strikes to turn the tide. Saba Lobjanidze equalized for the visitors in the 55th minute, silencing the home crowd at Q2 Stadium.
Just six minutes later, Morgan Guilavogui provided the decisive blow in the 61st minute, securing the lead for Real Salt Lake.
Key Performers
Real Salt Lake’s Morgan Guilavogui was instrumental in the victory, not only scoring the game-winning goal but also leading his team with four total shots on target. Austin FC’s Myrto Uzuni attempted to keep the home side alive, registering five total shots throughout the match.
In goal, Rafael made four saves for Real Salt Lake to preserve the win, while Austin FC goalkeeper Damian Las recorded two saves in an effort to protect his team's lead.
Season Implications
With this result, Real Salt Lake improves their record to 12-6-14 on the season. Austin FC falls to 8-10-14 after the loss at home. The match concludes a regular-season encounter between these two Western Conference rivals, with both teams continuing their campaigns in search of playoff positioning.
Sources
ESPN
