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Sullivan Strike Gives Philadelphia Union Lead; Hines-Ike Equalizes in Q2 Stadium Draw

Cavan Sullivan opened the scoring early for the visitors, but Brendan Hines-Ike responded quickly to secure a 1-1 draw for Austin FC at home.

Marlene Keller

August 23, 20261 min read

Soccer Match Draw - illustration, Jake Team LLC
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August 23, 2026

Match Result

Austin FC and the Philadelphia Union played to a 1-1 tie on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The contest took place at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, where both squads left with identical records of 5 wins, 6 draws, and 10 losses.

Goal Sequence

The Philadelphia Union established an early advantage when Cavan Sullivan scored in the 18th minute. The visitors held the lead for just three minutes before Austin FC leveled the score. Brendan Hines-Ike found the back of the net for the home side in the 21st minute, neutralizing the opposing effort.

No other goals were recorded during the match. The final tally remained fixed at one goal for each team.

Key Performances

Brad Stuver protected the Austin FC goal with two saves throughout the ninety minutes. Myrto Uzuni was the most active attacker for the home side, registering three total shots on target or attempt.

For the Philadelphia Union, Andre Blake was a prominent figure in the defensive third, making five saves to keep his team in contention. Milan Iloski provided offensive pressure for the visitors, completing two total shots.

Season Standing Update

With this result, both franchises remain tied in their respective standings. Austin FC’s record stands at 5-6-10. The Philadelphia Union also finishes with a 5-6-10 record. No information is available regarding playoff implications or series outcomes based on the provided match data.

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Marlene Keller covers Melissa high school and area college sports.

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