Abubakar, Musa Lead FC Dallas Past Austin FC 2-1

Decisive Moments Define Away Win

FC Dallas traveled to Texas on Monday, August 17, 2026, and emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline against Austin FC at Q2 Stadium. The visiting squad overcame the home-field advantage of the hosts through two distinct scoring plays that ultimately defined the contest.

Goal Timeline and Scoring Details

The match concluded with exactly three goals scored across the ninety minutes. FC Dallas took the lead just before the halftime break, when Lalas Abubakar found the back of the net in the 45th minute plus two seconds of stoppage time. This early advantage proved critical as Austin FC sought to respond.

Austin FC managed to equalize in the second half, with Ervin Torres scoring in the 57th minute to level the match at one goal apiece. The tie did not last long, however. Petar Musa restored FC Dallas’s lead later in the contest, netting a goal in the 73rd minute. No further goals were recorded after this point, securing the two-point margin for the visitors.

Statistical Leaders and Performances

While the final score reflected the game's outcome, individual statistical contributions highlighted key performances on both sides. Lalas Abubakar was not only instrumental in scoring but also led FC Dallas in offensive pressure with three total shots. For Austin FC, Myrto Uzuni registered two total shots, representing the team's primary attacking threat.

Goalkeeping duties saw Brad Stuver for Austin FC make four saves to keep his side in contention. On the opposing side, FC Dallas goalkeeper Jonathan Sirois made three saves to protect the lead and secure the win.

Season Records Update

With this result, the teams' seasonal records were updated accordingly. Austin FC, playing as the home team, now holds a record of 4 wins, 5 draws, and 10 losses. FC Dallas improves their standing with a record of 8 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses following this away triumph.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761717