History of Austin FC in Timeline

Austin FC is a professional soccer club based in Austin, Texas, competing in Major League Soccer's Western Conference. Founded in 2018, they commenced play in 2021 at their home stadium, Q2 Stadium. Austin FC holds the distinction of being the first major professional sports league team in Austin, a city that was previously the largest in the U.S. without such representation.

January 15, 2019: Austin FC Officially Announced as MLS Club

On January 15, 2019, Austin FC was officially announced as a Major League Soccer (MLS) club, with the team's start date set for the 2021 season.

January 2019: Precourt Reaches Agreement to Transfer Columbus Crew

In January 2019, Precourt Sports Ventures reached an agreement in principle to transfer the operating rights of the Columbus Crew to the Haslam and Edwards families, nine days after finalizing the stadium deal for Austin FC.

July 2019: Josh Wolff Hired as First Head Coach

In July 2019, Austin FC hired Josh Wolff as their first head coach.

July 2020: Austin FC Signs First Player

In July 2020, Austin FC signed their first player, Rodney Redes.

April 2021: Austin FC Reaches Deal with Univision

In April 2021, Austin FC reached a deal with Univision as its Spanish broadcast partner. KAKW and KTFO broadcast each regionally televised match in Spanish.

April 17, 2021: Austin FC Plays First MLS Match

On April 17, 2021, Austin FC played their first Major League Soccer (MLS) match against LAFC at Banc of California Stadium, losing 0–2.

June 19, 2021: Austin FC Home Opener

Austin FC held their home opener on June 19, 2021, against the San Jose Earthquakes, a match which ended 0-0.

July 1, 2021: Austin FC Secures First Home Victory

On July 1, 2021, Austin FC secured its first home victory, defeating the Portland Timbers 4–1. Jon Gallagher scored the team's first home goal and the first MLS goal at Q2 Stadium.

July 29, 2021: Austin FC Signs Sebastián Driussi

On July 29, 2021, Austin FC signed Sebastián Driussi from Zenit Saint Petersburg for a $7 million transfer fee.

September 9, 2021: Owen Wolff Signs Homegrown Player Contract

On September 9, 2021, Owen Wolff signed a homegrown player contract with Major League Soccer side Austin FC, signing a deal through to 2025 and becoming the club's first homegrown player signing.

January 23, 2023: Austin FC II Signs Anthony De Anda

On January 23, 2023, Austin FC II announced the signing of Anthony De Anda, the first Austin FC Academy player to sign a professional contract.

May 17, 2023: David Rodríguez Signs Short Term Contract

On May 17, 2023, David Rodríguez became the first Austin FC II player to sign a short term contract with the first team.

October 8, 2023: Changes to Austin FC Front Office Announced

On October 8, 2023, Rodolfo Borrell announced that both Sean Rubio and Manuel Junco were no longer with Austin FC. Borrell would be overseeing scouting and player personnel. Borrell also announced that Josh Wolff would remain on as the Austin FC coach.

January 10, 2024: Austin FC Signs Burton as Homegrown Player

On January 10, 2024, Austin FC announced they had signed Burton as a homegrown player on a four-year contract, with an optional additional year. Burton is the first Academy product to sign a professional contract with the first team.

February 2024: Armadillo Jocktag Added to Austin FC Uniform

In February 2024, Austin FC added an armadillo jocktag to the team's uniform, after striking a deal with Eddie Wilson. The relaunch of the Armadillo was celebrated at the Austin FC jersey launch party, with Asleep at the Wheel frontman, Ray Benson.