Toronto FC rallies for 3-3 draw with Austin FC

Defender Kobe Franklin scores first career goal in 88th minute to earn point for Toronto

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:36pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the movements and energy of a soccer match, with angular shapes and planes of color representing the players and ball without any identifiable figures or logos.A cubist interpretation of the back-and-forth action between Toronto FC and Austin FC, with the late equalizer capturing the drama of the hard-fought draw.Austin Today

In a back-and-forth match, Toronto FC came from behind to earn a 3-3 draw with Austin FC on Saturday. Defender Kobe Franklin scored the equalizing goal in the 88th minute, his first career tally, to cap the comeback for Toronto, which extended its unbeaten streak at home to 12 games.

Why it matters

The result keeps Toronto FC unbeaten in its last six matches and continues the club's strong start to the 2026 MLS season. For Austin FC, the draw extends its winless run to five games as the team looks to find its footing in the early part of the campaign.

The details

Toronto FC fell behind 1-0 in the 29th minute on a goal by Austin defender Jon Bell. But the home side rallied with second-half goals from Dániel Sallói and Richie Laryea to take a 2-1 lead. Austin then scored twice in a four-minute span through Facundo Torres and Christian Ramírez to go up 3-2, but Franklin's late strike ensured the teams split the points.

  • The match was played on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • Toronto FC extended its unbeaten home streak to 12 games dating back to last season.
  • Kobe Franklin scored the equalizing goal in the 88th minute.

The players

Kobe Franklin

A defender for Toronto FC who scored the late equalizing goal, his first career tally.

Jon Bell

An Austin FC defender who opened the scoring with a goal in the 29th minute.

Dániel Sallói

A forward for Toronto FC who scored the equalizer in the 52nd minute, his third goal of the season.

Richie Laryea

A defender for Toronto FC who scored the go-ahead goal in the 67th minute, his first of the season.

Facundo Torres

A midfielder for Austin FC who scored the equalizer in the 78th minute, his first goal for the club.

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What they’re saying

“We showed a lot of fight to come back and earn a point at home. Kobe's goal was huge for us and keeps our unbeaten run going.”

— Bob Bradley, Toronto FC Head Coach

“It's frustrating to give up the lead late, but we'll take the point on the road and look to build on this performance in our next match.”

— Josh Wolff, Austin FC Head Coach

What’s next

Toronto FC will host the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday, April 22, while Austin FC will visit the San Jose Earthquakes on the same day.

The takeaway

This hard-fought draw showcases the resilience of both Toronto FC and Austin FC, with the home side rallying late to earn a point and the visitors nearly stealing all three on the road. The result keeps both teams within striking distance of the top of the Eastern and Western Conference standings as the 2026 MLS season continues to take shape.