LAFC Defeats Austin FC in Shocking Draw, Rekindles MLS Shutout Tradition
LAFC secures a historic shutout win over Austin FC, keeping its MLS record for consecutive clean sheets intact. Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris' save from Myrto Uzuni clinched the victory.
In a thrilling match at Q2 Stadium on Saturday evening, LAFC secured a historic 0-0 draw against Austin FC, breaking the league record for consecutive shutouts to open a season. Coach Marc Dos Santos highlighted that it was essential for the team to remain together and possess a strong mentality. Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris was instrumental in keeping the shutout going, making a clutch save from Austin's Myrto Uzuni just before stoppage time.
Defender Nkosi Tafari added: 'Sometimes it doesn't go your way, but we're glad to have secured this point. ' The win moves LAFC up to 7-0-2 across all competitions and 4-0-1 in MLS play. Austin, despite leading the game with a goal late on, faced VAR intervention that saw the lead cancelled out.
The Black & Gold now hold a record of 5-4-3 over Austin. With Orlando City struggling to open the season (1-4-0), LAFC will look to continue their unbeaten streak in the upcoming match against Orlando City on Saturday, April 4, at 6:30 p. m.
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