The Seattle Sounders FC emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Austin FC, with Jordan Morris scoring the lone goal of the game in the 63rd minute. The match, which took place on July 13, 2024, at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, showcased a thrilling display of skill and determination from both teams.
Seattle’s Stefan Frei put on a stellar performance in goal, recording four saves, including two crucial ones in the final minutes of the game to secure the 1-0 win for his team. The Sounders, who have been in excellent form recently, have now won four consecutive matches and are on a hot streak with five wins and a draw in their last six league games.
Austin FC, on the other hand, has had a mixed run of results, with two losses in their past three matches. Despite putting up a strong fight against Seattle, they were unable to find the back of the net and ultimately fell short in their quest for victory.
The game saw several key moments, including a missed opportunity for the Sounders in the first half when Joao Paulo Mior’s shot was saved by Austin goalkeeper Brad Stuver. The Verde had their chances in the second half, with Sebastian Driussi and Leo Chu coming close to scoring, but it was Morris who ultimately made the difference with his well-taken goal.
Morris, who came on as a substitute in the second half, capitalized on a pass from Paul Rothrock to beat Stuver and score his ninth goal of the season. The momentum shifted further in Seattle’s favor when Morris drew a second yellow card for Brendan Hines-Ike, reducing Austin to 10 men for the remainder of the match.
Despite Austin’s efforts to find an equalizer, including a close free kick from Albert Rusnak that hit the crossbar, they were unable to break through Seattle’s defense. Frei’s heroics in goal denied Austin’s late attempts, securing the victory for the Sounders.
In the end, it was a hard-fought battle between two competitive teams, with Seattle emerging as the deserving winners. The Sounders will look to build on their winning streak and continue their strong form in the Western Conference, while Austin will regroup and aim to bounce back from this defeat in their upcoming matches.
