Galaxy earn road win over Austin FC

Maya Yoshida and Erik Thommy score in 2-1 victory

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:33am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action and energy of a soccer match, with players and the field fragmented into sharp, overlapping shapes and planes of vivid color.The LA Galaxy's hard-fought road victory over Austin FC showcases the team's resilience and tactical flexibility.Austin Today

The LA Galaxy earned their first road win of the season, defeating Austin FC 2-1 on Saturday. Defender Maya Yoshida scored in the first half, and midfielder Erik Thommy added a second-half goal to give the Galaxy the victory. Austin FC cut the lead to 1 late, but the Galaxy held on for the win.

Why it matters

This was an important road win for the Galaxy, who had struggled to pick up points away from home so far this season. The victory also handed Austin FC its first home loss of the year, ending the team's perfect home record.

The details

Yoshida opened the scoring in the 34th minute, taking a pass from Marco Reus and finding the back of the net for his first goal of the season. Thommy doubled the lead in the 78th minute with his first goal for the Galaxy. Austin FC pulled a goal back late through Myrto Uzuni, but the Galaxy were able to see out the victory.

  • The match was played on Saturday, April 12, 2026.
  • Yoshida scored in the 34th minute.
  • Thommy scored in the 78th minute.
  • Uzuni scored for Austin FC in the 85th minute.

The players

Maya Yoshida

Defender for the LA Galaxy who scored the opening goal in the 34th minute.

Erik Thommy

Midfielder for the LA Galaxy who scored the second goal in the 78th minute.

Marco Reus

Midfielder for the LA Galaxy who provided the assist on Yoshida's goal.

Myrto Uzuni

Forward for Austin FC who scored their lone goal in the 85th minute.

JT Marcinkowski

Goalkeeper for the LA Galaxy who recorded 5 saves in the win.

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What they’re saying

“We knew this was going to be a tough road match, but the team really stepped up and got the job done.”

— Greg Vanney, LA Galaxy Head Coach

What’s next

The Galaxy will visit FC Dallas next Saturday, April 19th, looking to build on this road victory. Austin FC will try to bounce back at home against the Seattle Sounders on April 22nd.

The takeaway

This win shows the Galaxy's resilience and ability to grind out results on the road, which will be crucial as they look to climb the Western Conference standings. For Austin FC, the loss at home is a setback, but they'll have a chance to regroup and try to regain their home-field advantage in their next match.