Whitecaps rally past Austin 2-1, extend West lead

The Vancouver Whitecaps rallied from a 1-0 halftime deficit to beat Austin FC 2-1, ending a four-match winless streak and strengthening their hold on first place in the MLS Western Conference. Ryan Gauld headed in the equalizer shortly after halftime, and substitute Yadaly Diaby scored the winner in the 71st minute with a curling shot from outside the penalty area. Vancouver now leads its closest pursuers by four points with four games remaining.