Galaxy secures 2-1 win over Austin, Pec scores in fourth straight match

On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Galaxy secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Austin FC in a Major League Soccer match held in the United States. Gabriel Pec opened the scoring in the 31st minute, showcasing his skill by evading defenders before finding the net. Austin equalized in the 55th minute with a goal from Sebastián Driussi, marking his first goal in nearly five months. However, Dejan Joveljić restored the Galaxy's lead in the 76th minute, solidifying their position in the Western Conference standings. This win brings the Galaxy closer to clinching the top seed in the Western Conference for the first time since 2011, as they currently hold a six-point lead over Los Angeles FC. Both Joveljić and Pec have been instrumental in the Galaxy's success this season, each contributing 15 goals. Pec's recent performance has been particularly impressive, scoring in four consecutive matches. The match was marked by a competitive atmosphere, with Austin FC eliminated from postseason contention following the loss. The Galaxy's Riqui Puig played a pivotal role, assisting both goals, while goalkeeper John McCarthy made four crucial saves to maintain the lead. The match concluded with a red card issued to Austin's Guilherme Biro for a dangerous tackle, highlighting the intensity of the game. As the regular season approaches its conclusion on October 19, the Galaxy's victory positions them favorably for the playoffs, while Austin must regroup for future seasons.