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Matthew McConaughey, Austin FCScott Wachter-Imagn Images
Siddhant Lazar

WATCH: Matthew McConaughey, Oscar winner and Austin FC owner, electrifies crowd during thrilling 1-0 win over LA Galaxy

Major League Soccer
Austin FC
LA Galaxy
B. Vazquez

The team's most visible supporter brought his trademark spirit to Q2 Stadium, energizing the home side

  • McConaughey high-fived fans before kickoff

  • Austin FC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory

  • Actor celebrated with players following match
  • Matthew McConaughey and Brad Stuver, Austin FCScott Wachter-Imagn Images

    WHAT HAPPENED

    Ahead of Austin FC’s clash against LA Galaxy, Hollywood superstar Matthew McConaughey fully embraced his role as Austin FC's most visible supporter. The Academy-Award winner was seen walking in front of the supporters' section and high-fiving numerous attendees before kickoff.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Austin FC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over LA Galaxy in a tense Western Conference matchup at Q2 Stadium. Brandon Vazquez converted the decisive penalty kick midway through the second half, giving the Verde and Black three crucial points at home.

    The match ended with heightened emotions as players from both teams engaged in a post-whistle scuffle, requiring Galaxy forward Joseph Paintsil to be restrained.

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  • Guilherme Biro and Gabriel Pec, Austin FC v LA GalaxyScott Wachter-Imagn Images

    WHAT’S NEXT?

    Thanks to their tense 1-0 win, Austin FC have moved up the Western Conference table and into second place with 16 points, behind only conference leaders Vancouver Whitecaps (19). They go on the road next to face the Houston Dynamo on April 26, followed by a home clash against Minnesota United on May 3.