Emotions ran high for Brandon Vazquez and Austin FC on Sunday as they held off San Diego FC for a hard-fought 2-1 win on Sunday Night Soccer.
The victory moves Austin into second place in the MLS Western Conference alongside LAFC, just five games into Nico Estevez’s tenure (3W-2L-0D, 9 points).
Vazquez, who arrived from CF Monterrey for a reported $10 million transfer fee, faced big expectations but had yet to score this season. His composed breakaway goal at Q2 Stadium was a relief, though he lamented the missed chances that followed. With San Diego controlling the final stages, Austin had to hold on until the final whistle.
