Whitecaps rally past Austin 2-1, extend West lead
5 sourcesUpdated Oct 20, 20261 min read
The Vancouver Whitecaps rallied from a 1-0 halftime deficit to beat Austin FC 2-1, ending a four-match winless streak and strengthening their hold on first place in the MLS Western Conference. Ryan Gauld headed in the equalizer shortly after halftime, and substitute Yadaly Diaby scored the winner in the 71st minute with a curling shot from outside the penalty area. Vancouver now leads its closest pursuers by four points with four games remaining.
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Austin had chances early but faded, Vancouver needed this win to stay clear at the top of the West.
Whitecaps showing fight to come from behind like that, Gauld and Diaby stepped up when it mattered most.
