Myrto Uzuni scores first goal in Austin FC victory over St. Louis City

In the United States, Austin FC faced St. Louis City on March 30, 2025, winning the match 1-0 at Energizer Park in a historic victory. Myrto Uzuni, a 29-year-old midfielder, scored his first career goal during the 33rd minute with a right-footed shot from the center of the box, giving Austin FC the lead. This match marked a significant achievement as it was the first time Austin managed to defeat St. Louis City, adding momentum to their season as they improved their record to 4-2-0. The game was interrupted by a lightning storm, causing a one-hour weather delay, yet goalkeeper Brad Stuver was able to maintain the lead, finishing with three saves. This performance earned him his third clean sheet in six matches played this season. Stuver's strong presence in goal has been crucial, with 30 of his 31 career shutouts occurring in five seasons with Austin. In addition to Uzuni's goal, Osman Bukari provided his first assist of the season, adding another layer to Austin’s attack. St. Louis City, on the other hand, faced challenges as they aimed to bounce back from this defeat. The club, which had a record of 2-2-2 at the time, had recently dealt with goalkeeper Roman Bürki's injury that left Ben Lundt in charge. Despite a solid performance from Lundt, who managed one save, the St. Louis players could not effectively counter Austin's strategy. Austin FC’s victory brings them closer to the top of the Western Conference standings, just one point behind the Vancouver Whitecaps. This win highlights the growing competiveness of the team, especially considering it was achieved without the typical contributions of homegrown player Owen Wolff. St. Louis City is set to encounter Sporting Kansas City next, while Austin FC prepares for a matchup against the Portland Timbers in the upcoming days, aiming to sustain their positive momentum.