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América Loses Lead in Leagues Cup After Penalty Shootout Defeat to Austin FC
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América Loses Lead in Leagues Cup After Penalty Shootout Defeat to Austin FC

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Club América lost to Austin FC in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Leagues Cup.
  • Despite dominating the match, América struggled with creativity and only scored via an own goal.
  • The loss means América relinquishes its top spot in the standings but still secures a place in the Quarter-Finals.

Club América conceded victory to Austin FC in a penalty shootout, following a 1-1 draw at Q2 Stadium, thereby surrendering their lead in the Leagues Cup standings. The loss, decided from the penalty spot, means América secures a point that advances them to the Quarter-Finals, where they will face Columbus Crew.

Throughout the match, América displayed dominance but lacked offensive creativity. Their breakthrough came in the 48th minute, attributed to an own goal by Austin FC's Jon Gallagher. A cross from Kevin Álvarez into the box was inadvertently deflected by Gallagher, giving the capital club the lead.

However, Austin FC, also vying for a spot in the next round, persisted and found an equalizer in the 68th minute with a remarkable goal from Myrto Uzuni. The strike found the far post, leveling the score.

With the draw, both teams were set to advance. The match ultimately hinged on the penalty shootout, where only Cristian Borja missed his attempt, resulting in Austin FC claiming the extra point.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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