Gareth Bale's first LAFC start did not go to plan as they were hammered 4-1 by Austin, with the game descending into a mass brawl that needed to be broken up by Giorgio Chielleni.
Bale, 33, made his debut for the MLS club in July and has scored two goals to date. But he was forced to wait until Friday's trip to Austin for his first start. It was a game to forget for the Welshman, who was subbed off in the 60th minute without making an impact.
Austin eased into a 4-0 lead thanks to goals from Diego Fagundez and Sebastian Driussi, as well as a brace from Maximiliano Urruti. LAFC, who remain six points clear at the top of the Western Conference, got a consolation through Cristian Arango.
