The report credits Fernando Hernandez with helping Austin control the match from midfield, including the pass that created the opening goal for Taw Reh. His long delivery found Reh, who headed the Packers ahead before the interval.
Hernandez also continued to lead when the game was already decided, reportedly tracking back to stop a late counterattack. That detail matters in a young squad: leadership is not only about producing a decisive moment, but also about maintaining standards when the pressure has eased.
The midfielder admitted that the role did not come naturally at first.
“No começo, eu estava um pouco desconfortável, mas, com os jogos, fiquei mais confiante e passei a confiar mais no time”, he said.
Mikael Neto Cortez reportedly made his first start for the senior team and delivered a commanding display in goal, making 12 saves while recording a clean sheet.
His communication was central to that performance. Neto Cortez explained that regular conversations with teammates have helped Austin build trust since the opening match.
“Converso muito com meus companheiros e tenho uma boa química com todos”, the goalkeeper said.
That growing connection could prove just as valuable as Sanchez and Reh’s finishing. Austin appears to have found attacking firepower, but its progress will depend on whether defensive composure becomes consistent.
The reported result gives Austin momentum, but stronger challenges are expected against opponents such as Como Park and Holy Angels. The next fixture will reveal whether this was simply a comfortable win or evidence of a team beginning to mature together.