Patrick Gryczewski scored a spectacular late goal as Austin FC II erased an early deficit to defeat San Jose Earthquakes II by a score of 2-1 in the first-ever MLS NEXT Pro playoff match at Parmer Field.
The Earthquakes saw early possession result in the 24th minute goal by Zachary Bohane. The Verde & Black regrouped at the half though and equalized in the 58th minute. Ibrahima Sall capitalized on a mistake by Quakes II to weave through the box and score from close range.
Gryczewski put Austin on top with a stunning finish in the 88th minute and goalkeeper Erik Lauta fended off late attempts by San Jose to seal a dramatic win.
Austin advanced to the 2026 MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Semifinals with the result, a match will also take place at Parmer Field next weekend. The date, time, and opponent details for the match will be announced Tuesday.
Goal-Scoring Summary
SJ (0-1) – Zachary Bohane (unassisted) 24’
ATX (1-1) – Ibrahima Sall (unassisted) 58’
ATX (2-1) – Patrick Gryczewski (unassisted) 88’
Match Information
Venue: Parmer Field (Austin, TX)
Weather: Partly cloudy, 71 degrees
Next Match
Austin FC II will return to Parmer Field next weekend to host a 2026 MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Semifinal match, with details to be announced Tuesday. All 2026 MLS NEXT Pro Playoff games will be available to watch on OneFootball and MLSNEXTPro.com.
