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2 years

Best postgame press conference ever. #AustinFC

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6 years

BREAKING: City’s MLS franchise to be dubbed Austin FC. Badge and colors unveiled. #MLS2ATX #SaveTheCrew

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2 years

Look who I found! Verde out in full force in LA. 280 allotment, but a ton of last-minute arrivals. You should hear them inside the Banc. #AustinFC @LosVerdesATX #MLSCupPlayoffs @TheStrikerNews

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2 years

Alex Ring on lifting the trophy in the parking lot rather than Toyota Stadium: “It’s embarrassing. If you don’t want us to lift the trophy then you should win the game.” #AustinFC #DTID @copatejas @TheStrikerNews

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3 years

Brad Stuver: “You don’t get to throw my teammate, my brother, into the net and think you’re going to walk away without hearing it from me.” #AustinFC 🗣

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6 years

Tifo at Dell Diamond: “Don’t mess with @TigresOficial ” #LigaMXeng

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4 years

🎙 Some personal news: Starting in 2021, I’m going to have a new home for my coverage of #AustinFC and soccer at all levels across Texas. Many more details to come in the months ahead, including some really talented folks who are joining me. Can’t wait to get started! 🤫

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5 years

BREAKING: #AustinFC announces it has set an MLS record for the largest number of season ticket membership deposits secured in a single day.

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2 years

BREAKING: #AustinFC enters partnership with @PSV . Details here on @TheStrikerNews

Austin FC enter into partnership with Dutch club PSV Eindhoven

The partnership will allow Austin FC and PSV Eindhoven to exchange knowledge and expertise on scouting, education, player development and more.

www.thestriker.com

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4 years

#LAFC vs. #AustinFC on display at Times Square.

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3 years

Diego Fagúndez: "I can tell you right now, I'm not going anywhere. I'm very happy (in Austin). This is my home now. I just want to be better next year." #AustinFC

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3 years

Gio Reyna walking with his dad post-match at Q2. #USMNT

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2 years

Names of all the Uvalde victims in a display from #AustinFC supporters before @copatejas vs. #DTID .

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2 years

Fuck. This can't be real. Grant Wahl was a giant. What he did for soccer journalism in this country can't be overstated. But most of all, he was an incredibly kind, supportive human who went out of his way to help anyone trying to follow in his footsteps.

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7 years

Since @MLS told me a transcript of the State of the League press conference did not exist, I decided to go ahead and transcribe all of the #MLS2ATX / #SaveTheCrew / #MLSExpansion portions and make it available to everyone:

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3 years

He’s here! Moussa Djitté reporting for his first day of #AustinFC training. @TheStrikerTexas

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2 years

“Why does the #USMNT keep going to ATX?” The boys are all about those vibes.

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3 years

MCKINZE GAINES!!! ATX, you have a new local legend. #AustinFC

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3 years

Moussa Djitté: "Seeing the supporters at the airport nearly brought me to tears. Arriving in a new country, not just as a footballer but as Moussa Djitté." #AustinFC

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3 years

BREAKING: #AustinFC signs 21-year-old Senegalese forward Moussa Djitté.

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2 years

He’s here! Washington Corozo arrives on a 6-month loan with #AustinFC , will not occupy a DP or TAM designation. @TheStrikerTexas

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6 years

BREAKING: @austintexasgov has signed the lease and development agreement with Precourt Sports Ventures to build an MLS stadium at McKalla Place. Story, more details coming soon. #MLS2ATX #AustinFC

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2 years

This is new. Supporters chant “You suck!” at #RSL players taking their pregame walk on the pitch. It’s not even warmups yet. Things are gonna get spicy! #AustinFC @TheStrikerNews

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2 years

Who's running the official MLS play-by-play? This is savage.

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4 years

I can’t emphasize this enough. The #NWSLChallengeCup is the best thing going in sports right now.

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4 years

If sports media covered things based on merit, this game would be leading @SportsCenter tonight. But they don’t. Women’s sports only garners 4% of the coverage. Might make a small cameo in #SCtop10 while literally the only team sport being played in the country. #NWSLChallengeCup

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1 year

There’s no replacing what @DiegolFagundez brought to #AustinFC . Dude just gets it in a way few others do. Maybe my favorite story/moment from the beat:

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3 years

However loud you thought Q2 could get, I promise you that was louder. Holy shit.

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3 years

Players thank the hundreds of #AustinFC fans who made the trip. What a victory for Verde in D.C.

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2 years

Josh Wolff: "The fans are the heartbeat of this club. There's no doubt about it, and it's felt by the players."

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2 years

There’s a group in @LosVerdesATX called Gally’s Gals, but they’ll have to fight Sebastián Driussi to be Jon Gallagher’s No. 1 fan. Quite possibly my favorite bromance on #AustinFC (and there are some good ones). 🔗

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3 years

MLS commissioner Don Garber opens his annual state of the league address by praising #AustinFC , saying the atmosphere at Q2 "showcased MLS at its very best."

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3 years

Impressive showing from the #LAGalaxy supporters, many of whom I’m sure will be driving back to Lake Travis tonight. #AustinFC

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4 years

BREAKING: #AustinFC claims the 24-hour sales record for an inaugural jersey launch on “by a wide margin.” Also surpassed single day sales for an MLS jersey in 2020. More at @statesman :

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3 years

It’s not an away day unless you’ve completely taken over the back patio of a local establishment. #Verde has made it to D.C. @LaMurgaATX @LosVerdesATX

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6 years

Cool little moment I wandered into. A group of Crew fans waited around to present Jon Busch with a #SaveTheCrew jersey.

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2 years

Here's a stat for you. Of Sebastián Driussi's 24 goals this season, 17 have been with #AustinFC either trailing or tied. He scored in each (4) of the two-goal deficit wins, and had 6 in 7 other matches where Verde came back to either tie or win. @TheStrikerNews 📸 @ttlsports

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3 years

Josh Wolff says that Nick Lima had some pain in his groin just before kickoff. Jon Gallagher raised his hand and said, "I've got it. I can play right back." #AustinFC

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4 years

It’s official. Austin’s own @McKinzeGaines has signed with @Hannover96 in the German second division. He was recently clocked running a speed that would make him the fastest player in Bundesliga history.

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7 years

The #SaveTheCrew documentary by @virtualstatman is a solid representation of a movement that I’ve experienced (outside of some trolls here and there) to be very positive. Would encourage fans in CLB, ATX, elsewhere to go watch it: #MLS2ATX

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5 years

The closest seats at the #AustinFC stadium will be 17 feet from the touchline. The farthest will be 127. All 20,500 will be covered. Here's lead stadium designer Jonathan Emmett on creating a stadium for Austin:

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3 years

Pretty, pretty good. “Futbol Capital of Texas.” #AustinFC @LosVerdesATX @TheStrikerTexas

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2 years

In the press conference, #AustinFC confirms that kickoff next weekend will be 7 p.m. CT at Q2 Stadium against the winner of FC Dallas and Minnesota United. @TheStrikerNews

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3 years

This fanbase is unreal. Only two away wins all year, and they flew 4+ hours to Portland for #DecisionDay . I talked to one supporter whose road record is 0-8-0. Still here. #AustinFC @TheStrikerTexas

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3 years

“Closed door” is relative in Austin. Can’t keep these fans away. #AustinFC @LosVerdesATX

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1 year

OK, quick update. I'm not sure what to take from 2023 just yet, but it's been a rejuvenating year for sure. I took up caddying at a top-100 golf course, met an incredible woman, played 100+ rounds of golf, wrote about HS sports, helped out on the family farm.

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2 years

A few thoughts on mental health as I eat pizza and listen to live music, a great capper to a perfect few days in Utah. I’ve battled myself off and on, especially over the past year. I know I will again. But god dammit, life is amazing and so much better when you love you.

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3 years

Alex Ring: "The fans keep traveling, and I feel ashamed. We don't deserve them at the moment." #AustinFC

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3 years

"Fans deserve better" is a tired phrase, but tonight is the first time I've actually been worried about the shine wearing off of this club. How many times can you walk out of this stadium disappointed before you lose desire to come back? #AustinFC has done so much right...

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4 years

JUST IN: @AustinBoldFC has challenged #AustinFC to a preseason match (with fans!) at Bold Stadium, with the proceeds benefitting @myhaam and @CTXFoodBank . No word yet from Austin FC ... stay tuned.

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2 years

This man’s energy is unmatched. “My daughter is four years old now and she hasn’t won a game yet against me.” He’s also demanded that Julio Cascante refer to himself as the best defender in MLS. More on the #AustinFC center back partnership coming soon on @TheStrikerNews .

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2 years

And @brad_stuver is fully suited up, w/ boots and gloves. Looks to be moving normally. #AustinFC @TheStrikerTexas

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3 years

There it is. Jersey pic official. #AustinFC

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3 years

Some people dress like their favorite players on match day. @DiegolFagundez is going with the @LaMurgaATX tank/ @rigoisrigo glasses look.

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5 years

For the next time somebody asks when the MLS team starts. #AustinFC

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5 years

. @APrecourt has said he's already talking with @NWSL President Amanda Duffy about the possibility of a future #AustinFC -affiliated franchise. You better believe the TV numbers from this year's #FIFAWWC make that argument even stronger:

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2 years

MVP @SebadriussiOk 🤝 @ttlsports

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6 years

PSV lobbyist Richard Suttle on press release put out by Pool, Houston, Alter, Troxclair: "If we have to wait for months to see if McKalla is going to work or not, then I think we have no other option but to look at other cities." Story coming. #MLS2ATX #SaveTheCrew

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7 years

I honestly can’t believe I feel the need to explain this, but let me be very clear: When I use #MLS2ATX and #SaveTheCrew , I am not supporting a movement. I am using those hashtags because you use them, and because I want to help drive the conversation. Thank you.

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2 years

Remember when @danipereira121 said in that video that #AustinFC had its sights set on 50 goals and we were all like, “Wow, ambitious”? Yeah … Verde has 41 goals with 14 matches left.

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3 years

Siri, what is #nashVERDE ?

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3 years

I think … Austin might be in love with soccer? My takeaways from a night we’ll never, ever forget. #AustinFC

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3 years

Austin FC may have gained a new fan last night. @cpulisic_10 repping the #Verde in the owner’s box with Gregg Berhalter. #USMNT

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4 years

It’s out! First #AustinFC jersey is on the @adidas store. Bright verde and black stripes, all black on the back. What do you think?

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6 years

Afterward, Busch ( @HPG_GK ) posed with the fans in front of the Lamar Hunt statue. #MLS2ATX #SaveTheCrew

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3 years

Kipp Keller goes No. 5 to #AustinFC , announced by Dani Pereira. Widely regarded as the most pro-ready center back in this #SuperDraft . 6-foot-3, 185 pounds out of St. Louis University. Definitely fits the biggest need on the roster.

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2 years

This is Q2 after a weather delay that lasted an hour and 43 minutes on a Wednesday night. Gonna be here until near midnight. Soccer City.

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3 years

A moment years in the making #AustinFC #Verde @LosVerdesATX @LaMurgaATX @TheStrikerTexas

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2 years

Brad Stuver back with the group, and Jhojan Valencia has boots (cleats) on to start training. Always a good sign. #AustinFC @TheStrikerNews

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2 years

That’s it! A 1-1 draw means #AustinFC is @copatejas champion. Players head to the corner to celebrate with supporters. @TheStrikerNews

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2 years

ATX is buzzing for the #MLSCupPlayoffs . Scholz Garten packed out to see #AustinFC players, Josh Wolff and Claudio Reyna ahead of Sunday’s match.

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4 years

Andy Loughnane tells me that #AustinFC has submitted bids to host the 2021 CONCACAF Gold Cup and the NCAA College Cup (men's and women's) for 2022 through 2025.

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3 years

Claudio Reyna says that #AustinFC has a recruiting video showing off the atmosphere in the stadium and the training facility, etc. "It was an easy sales pitch."

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3 years

Selena is Verde? Well done, @LosVerdesATX . #AustinFC

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3 years

This is marching through downtown #denVERDE right now... @LosVerdesATX @LaMurgaATX #AustinFC @TheStrikerTexas

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2 years

Dani Pereira: "They've doubted us since the beginning, they're going to keep doubting us. We don't care what they say. They called these games 'bonus games,' I don't think any game is a bonus game. But obviously we have tougher games coming up." #AustinFC

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2 years

Per @MLS , #AustinFC will play 2 p.m. CT on Sunday vs. #RSL . @TheStrikerNews

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3 years

I can't believe this week is finally here. No matter who you are, make sure you take some time this week to appreciate how far we've come. Austin is a Soccer City. #USWNT #AustinFC

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2 years

Maxi Urruti expresses his love for the state Texas, says he's excited to get back to Houston and play against his former #HoldItDown teammates: "I have players there that I care for. If I score, for respect, I won't celebrate." #AustinFC

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3 years

Quick, can we start the playoffs now @MLS ? @TheStrikerTexas @copatejas

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3 years

Guys, I literally still can’t get over the fact that all these people care about Major League Soccer. We’re 854 miles from Q2 right now. #AustinFC

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5 years

Four weeks before he died on Wednesday, Austin Bold forward Promise Isaac missed a match in Colorado, instead choosing to fly to Atlanta for his daughter's birthday. On the humble family man who loved to blast gospel music and talk about his kids:

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3 years

Home or away, y’all bring it every game. Here’s the away support for #AustinFC in Portland tonight.

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2 years

Incredible scenes all around in ATX today. What a place.

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2 years

Lots of Verde on this bird, and the first time I can remember #AustinFC being shouted out by a flight crew. But they’re LA-based, so cheers turned to boos very quickly. @TheStrikerNews

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3 years

As expected, the established Austin media turned its collective head to #Hookem today. @TheStrikerTexas was the only local outlet in Vancouver, and nobody from the mainstream outlets asked a question post-match. To be fair, I get it. But we’ll still be here.

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2 years

INBOX: #AustinFC , Cecilio Domínguez mutually agree to terminate his contract. DP spot now open. More coming on @TheStrikerNews .

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2 years

Core of the SGs and @LaMurgaATX stopped playing at the 10th minute, still silent after 5 minutes to show support for victims and survivors of domestic violence, after Cecilio Domínguez was reinstated by MLS midweek. @LosVerdesATX @AustinAnthem

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2 years

On today's #AustinFC presser, Josh Wolff said that Washington Corozo could see minutes as soon as this weekend against #ATLUTD . Ruben Gabrielsen: "He looked sharp, I think he can provide something we we don't have. Very fast, very twitchy." #AustinFC @TheStrikerTexas

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2 years

I think … the Q2 clock can’t count to 100?

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Only one player for #AustinFC went 90 min vs. DCU and 120 vs. SAFC: @DiegolFagundez . Would you start him again on Saturday vs. #VWFC ? "I just want to give everything I have to this club." @TheStrikerTexas

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2 years

I was raised Catholic, in rural Ohio. I’ve heard every scare tactic and anti-abortion stance you can think of. They bury that shit *deep* in your brain. As much as I’d like to, yelling at Grandma and Grandpa for this one ain’t helping. Vote. Love. Educate. Meditate. Organize.

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2 years

This was a great answer, so that’s the important thing. And if part of my job is to pick apart his phrasing then it’s certainly fair when he does the same. Lots of good stuff from the players on this topic too that you’ll find later on @TheStrikerNews .

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@ChrisBils getting set straight by the Gaffer. El Jefe was shooting from the hip tonight.🔫 My favorite Wolff presser thus far. He wants that shield.🛡 Thanks for catching the flak Chris. #AustinFC #Verde

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Josh Wolff has been burning the Doubt Fuel since February. Can’t argue with the results. “That’s where we are, men. Let it be fuel. It’s important to acknowledge it.” 🎥

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3 years

Zan Kolmanic was called up to Slovenian national team for World Cup qualifying next week. He was in #AustinFC training this morning, likely available for #RSL tomorrow. Still waiting to confirm that part.

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3 years

Get off your ass and give Alex Ring his due. The captain brought it tonight.

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4 years

Claudio Reyna says that #AustinFC will not travel for preseason due to COVID. Says team is working on setting up friendly matches with FC Dallas and Houston Dynamo, potentially others. #DTID #HoldItDown

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3 years

Everybody at #AustinFC training this morning, including Kipp Keller and Moussa Djitté. Charlie Asensio is here, too.

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2 years

Listen, y'all. I love all of you. I love that I get to do this thing that I call "work" for a living. But it gets discouraging when you tell me how great @TheStrikerTexas is, buttt you only see our work on reddit or twitter. Subscribe, plz.

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5 years

BREAKING: #AustinFC reaches multi-year jersey deal with Yeti.

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2 years

Almost done with this piece, but couldn't wait to share this gem from Ruben Gabrielsen, on facing Moussa Djitté in training. “Every day he does this to people. He bullies people. He bullies me. I have two kids and he bullies me, it’s disrespectful." #AustinFC @TheStrikerNews

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