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Austin FC midfielder and captain Ilie Sanchez (6) reacts after the team's loss to Austin FC in the next-to-last home match of the season. The Verde & Black will have a new head coach on the sidelines for a shortened 2027 "Sprint" season starting in February.

Austin FC closes season with loss, looks to Curtin and shortened 2027 schedule

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC closed its 2026 season with a 2-0 loss to the Portland Timbers on Saturday night at Q2 Stadium, turning its attention to a new head coach and an abbreviated 2027 schedule. … more

Staff Reports | 11/12/26

The Texas Stars fell 4-3 to the Rockford IceHogs on Sunday afternoon at BMO Center in Rockford, Ill. Texas rallied from an early two-goal deficit to tie the game before Rockford pulled ahead and held on for the victory.

Texas Stars rally falls short in 4-3 loss to Rockford

The Texas Stars erased an early two-goal deficit but could not complete the comeback Sunday afternoon, falling 4-3 to the Rockford IceHogs at BMO Center. Texas rallied to tie the game in the … more

Staff Reports | 11/5/26

Empty seats have become increasingly common at Q2 Stadium in recent weeks as Austin FC supporters protest the club's handling of a fan's ejection and stadium ban for wearing an "Abolish ICE" T-shirt, along with the team's poor performance on the pitch. The club reports attendance based on tickets sold, as permitted under league rules, and has continued to announce capacity crowds despite visibly empty seats.

Austin FC's playoff hopes end with consecutive losses to Real Salt Lake, LA Galaxy

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC will finish next to last in Major League Soccer's Western Conference after consecutive losses to Real Salt Lake and the LA Galaxy left the club eliminated from playoff … more

Staff Reports | 11/5/26

Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes-AMG Petronas car makes it around Turn 16 under the tower during Sunday's race.

Antonelli wins U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, moves within reach of historic F1 title

AUSTIN, Texas — Kimi Antonelli left the Circuit of the Americas on Sunday with his ninth victory of the Formula 1 season, a commanding lead in the world championship and an opportunity to become … more

Staff Reports | 10/27/26

The Texas Stars lost 6-1 on the road to the Hershey Bears on Sunday. The Stars will play at Manitoba on Friday and Saturday.

Stars Fall Behind Early in 6-1 Loss to Hershey

The Texas Stars surrendered two first-period goals and never recovered in a 6-1 loss to the Hershey Bears on Sunday afternoon at GIANT Center. Bogdan Trineyev scored twice for Hershey, while … more

Staff Reports | 10/13/26

The Texas Stars played the Iowa Wild in an American Hockey League game on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park, Texas.

Stars surrender three-goal lead in shootout loss to Iowa

CEDAR PARK, Texas — The Texas Stars surrendered a three-goal third-period lead and fell 4-3 in a shootout to the Iowa Wild on Saturday night at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. Texas (1-0-0-1) … more

Staff Reports | 10/6/26

Brandon Vasquez scored two of Austin FC's three goals on Saturday to overcome a three-goal defect and salvage a point against San Diego. The Verde & Black next hosts Nashville SC on October 10.

Ramirez scores twice as Austin FC rallies from three goals down to draw San Diego 3-3

AUSTIN — Christian Ramirez scored twice in a four-minute span as Austin FC erased a three-goal second-half deficit and tied San Diego FC 3-3 on Saturday night at Q2 Stadium. Austin's comeback … more

Staff Reports | 10/1/26

Austin FC's surge reaches playoff doorstep with 2-1 road win over West-leading Vancouver

Austin FC’s climb toward the Western Conference playoff line took its biggest step yet Sunday. Christian Ramirez scored twice on Austin’s only two shots on target, and Austin FC defeated … more

Staff Reports | 9/17/26

Austin FC forward Myrto Uzuni scored a hat trick in the opening 34 minutes of Austin’s 3-0 win over Puebla on Aug. 9, helping propel the Verde & Black to three consecutive wins over Liga MX opponents and the club’s first Leagues Cup quarterfinal appearance. Austin will face Toluca on Aug. 26 in Harrison, New Jersey.

Austin FC finds Leagues Cup success amid MLS struggles

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC has found an escape from its difficult Major League Soccer season in Leagues Cup, stringing together three victories against Liga MX opposition to reach the tournament … more

8/20/26

Assistant coach Davy Arnaud has been named interim head coach for the remainder of the season after the firing of Nico Estevez. The organization recently announced the hiring of former Philadelphia Union coach Jim Curtain to take over next season.

Austin FC reshuffles staff ahead of MLS restart

Austin FC has added Terry Boss to its coaching staff through the end of the 2026 season, the club’s latest move during a midseason reset that began with changes at the top of its soccer operations. … more

Staff Reports | 6/25/26

The Texas Stars signed team captain Curtis McKenzie to a one-year contract extension, keeping the 35-year-old in Cedar Park for his 11th year with the Stars organization.

Texas Stars extend captain Curtis McKenzie through 2026-27

CEDAR PARK, Texas — The Texas Stars have signed captain Curtis McKenzie to a one-year American Hockey League contract extension through the 2026-27 season, the club announced May 29. McKenzie, … more

Staff Reports | 6/4/26

St. Louis City players celebrate after a goal in Austin FC's 3-0 loss on the road on Saturday.

Austin FC limps into World Cup break after another setback in St. Louis

ST. LOUIS — Austin FC entered the MLS pause for the FIFA World Cup in much the same fashion it spent most of the spring — searching for answers. The Verde & Black closed the first half … more

Staff Reports | 5/28/26

Austin FC announced the firing of Sporting Director Rodolfo Borrell and head coach Nico Estevez (pictured) on Monday, following a disappointing start to the 2026 season.

Austin FC fires Borrell, Estevez after skid

AUSTIN — Austin FC fired sporting director Rodolfo Borrell and head coach Nico Estevez on Monday, a sweeping leadership reset after a string of poor performances and with one match left before MLS … more

Staff Reports | 5/21/26

Christian Ramirez (left) earned a position on the MLS Team of the Matchday for his performance against St. Louis City.

Austin FC ride second-half surge past St. Louis, continue climb out of West basement

Austin FC delivered another timely result Sunday night, defeating St. Louis City SC 2-0 at Q2 Stadium to extend its recent turnaround and gain critical separation from the bottom of the Western … more

Staff Reports | 5/7/26

Myrto Uzuni and Jayden Nelson both scored on Saturday, lifting Austin to a much-needed win over the Houston Dynamo.

Nelson, Uzuni lift Austin FC past Houston 2-0, snapping winless stretch

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC ended a difficult stretch with a 2-0 home victory over Houston Dynamo FC on Saturday night, riding first-half goals from Jayden Nelson and Myrto Uzuni to secure a needed … more

Staff Reports | 4/30/26

Josh Cameron played in Cedar Park's state championship appearance in 2021 and went on to become a standout at Baylor. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars this month.

Cedar Park’s Josh Cameron drafted by Jaguars

Josh Cameron, a former Cedar Park High School standout who arrived at Baylor as a preferred walk-on, was selected Saturday by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. … more

Staff Reports | 4/30/26

The Texas Stars will host the Chicago Wolves to start the Calder Cup Playoffs beginning next Tuesday.

Texas Stars roll into playoffs after regular-season finale win, set for Wolves rematch

CEDAR PARK, Texas — The Texas Stars closed the regular season on a high note Saturday, defeating the Rockford IceHogs 5-1 at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, and now turn their attention to a … more

Staff Reports | 4/23/26

Facundo Torres scored in the 78th minute at Toronto last Saturday, part of a much-improved attacking performance after two previous losses.

Austin FC settles for draw at Toronto after late equalizer caps wild swing

Austin FC stopped a two-game slide but was left with mixed emotions after conceding a late equalizer in a 3-3 draw against Toronto FC on Saturday at BMO Field. The Verde & Black earned a … more

Staff Reports | 4/23/26

Texas Stars forward Cross Hanas (32) battles Chicago Wolves defenseman Dominik Badinka (13) during Saturday's 4-2 win at H-E-B Center in front of a sellout crowd of 6,778.

Stars rally past Wolves 4-2 for fifth straight home win

CEDAR PARK, Texas — The Texas Stars erased a two-goal deficit in the final two periods and beat the Chicago Wolves 4-2 on Saturday night for their third straight victory and fifth consecutive home … more

Staff Reports | 4/9/26

Austin FC midfielder Joseph Rosales (30) works against Inter Miami defender Ian Fray (17) during the MLS match between Inter Miami CF and Austin FC at Nu Stadium on April 4, 2026 in Miami.

Austin FC spoils Miami’s Nu Stadium debut, turns focus to Galaxy matchup

MIAMI — Austin FC delivered an early statement on one of Major League Soccer’s biggest stages, earning a 2-2 draw against Inter Miami CF on Saturday night in the inaugural match at Nu Stadium. … more

Staff Reports | 4/9/26

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