Austin FC II twice battled back from a one-goal deficit to claim a road point against Sporting Kansas City II on Sunday evening at Rock Chalk Park.
Beto Avila gave the hosts an early lead in the 25th minute only for the Verde & Black to equalize two minutes later when Jimmy Farkarlun broke free down the right flank to force an own goal. Austin nearly went in front themselves just before halftime as Sébastien Pineau's strike hit the post, only for Avila to net his and SKC II's second of the match in first half stoppage time.
ATXFC II were able to come up with a stoppage time goal of their own in the second half. Cheick Touré's strike from distance took a deflection and rolled in, ensuring the Verde & Black would take home a point from Kansas despite falling in the ensuing penalty shootout.
Goal-Scoring Summary
SKC (1-0) - Beto Avila 25'
ATX (1-1) - Haris Alisah (own goal) 27'
SKC (2-1) - Beto Avila 45+3'
ATX (2-2) - Chris Rindov (own goal) 90+2'
Match Information
Venue: Rock Chalk Park (Lawrence, KS)
Weather: Partly cloudy, 75 degrees
Referee: Alexandra Billeter
Assistant Referee: Justin Mack
Assistant Referee: Joseph Macht
Fourth Official: Jacob Larson
Next Match
Austin FC II will play the 8th home match and 15th match overall of its 2024 MLS NEXT Pro regular season against Real Monarchs on Friday, July 5 at 8:00 p.m. CT at Parmer Field at St. David's Performance Center. The match will be available to watch on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
