It was the cherry on top of a match with multiple hard fouls and yellow cards, and it also marked the final extinguishment of Austin FC’s playoff chances. The Verde & Black were mathematically still alive entering the game — though as noted in this space following a draw with Real Salt Lake on Sept.

Los Angeles Galaxy will be looking to take one step closer to finishing top of the MLS Western Conference when Austin FC come visiting the Dignity Health Sports Park on Sunday. Both teams emerged victorious from their respective last outings and will be looking to pick up where they left off in this weekend's encounter.

Aside from Jon Gallagher, Biro has been the team’s ironman this season with 25 starts and five appearances off the bench. He’s mostly been good, and at a salary of $200,000 is one of the best bargain signings of the MLS offseason. But he could also use a game off, and backup Zan Kolmanic needs some game action.

The Galaxy beat Austin FC 2-1 on fan appreciation night in Carson and are on the cusp of winning their first Western Conference crown in 13 years.

Austin FC will not participate in the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs. A notion that’s been apparent for weeks became official late Saturday night when the Verde and Black lost, 2-1, to the LA Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Dejan Joveljic scored in the 76th minute to snap a tie and the LA Galaxy extended their advantage atop the Western Conference with a 2-1 win over Austin FC on Saturday night in Carson, Calif.