Real Salt Lake defeats Austin FC, moves into MLS playoff spot

On October 28, 2026, Real Salt Lake visited Austin FC at Q2 Stadium for a Western Conference MLS match that kicked off at 8:30 p.m. ET.

Entering the game, Austin FC were 14th in the Western Conference while Real Salt Lake held the tenth spot.

Real Salt Lake secured a comeback win, advancing into a playoff position.

The victory was sealed when Morgan Guilavogui and Saba Lobjanidze each scored during a six‑minute span midway through the second half.

Real Salt Lake entered the match after back‑to‑back wins over Sporting Kansas City (1‑3) and St. Louis City (3‑0).