Senator introduces bill to withhold 2026 World Cup funds until USWNT paid equally
A senator is proposing legislation that would withhold funds for the 2026 World Cup until the U.S. women's soccer team is paid equally to the men.
A senator is proposing legislation that would withhold funds for the 2026 World Cup until the U.S. women's soccer team is paid equally to the men.
World Cup ratings juggernaut could lead to Women's pro-soccer in Austin
On Sunday, more than 14 million Americans watched the Women's World Cup final on Fox and according to a breakdown of the ratings, Austin was the number one city for viewership.
On Sunday, more than 14 million Americans watched the Women's World Cup final on Fox and according to a breakdown of the ratings, Austin was the number one city for viewership.
Pyrotechnics, shovels and McConaughey at Austin FC stadium groundbreaking
It wasn't your typical groundbreaking fanfare: usually there are shovels and finger-foods involved in these events...that stuff was present, sure, but at Austin FC's Major League Soccer stadium groundbreaking on Monday morning, there was also rock concert-style pyrotechnics...and Mr. Matthew McConaughey, one of Austin FC's new owners.
It wasn't your typical groundbreaking fanfare: usually there are shovels and finger-foods involved in these events...that stuff was present, sure, but at Austin FC's Major League Soccer stadium groundbreaking on Monday morning, there was also rock concert-style pyrotechnics...and Mr. Matthew McConaughey, one of Austin FC's new owners.
Austin FC breaks ground on stadium
Austin FC is making history as it breaks ground on its multi-million dollar stadium.
Austin FC is making history as it breaks ground on its multi-million dollar stadium.
Spanning decades, Tar Heels program a major pipeline for World Cup
Not all universities are created equal.
Not all universities are created equal.
Austin FC receives deposits for over 30,000 seats
Austin FC, Austin's Major League Soccer club, has secured deposits for over 30,000 seats, even though capacity for the privately funded soccer stadium at McKalla Place will be 20,500.
Austin FC, Austin's Major League Soccer club, has secured deposits for over 30,000 seats, even though capacity for the privately funded soccer stadium at McKalla Place will be 20,500.
Demand for tickets crashes Austin FC website, sets MLS record
If you struggled to place a membership deposit for Austin FC season tickets Wednesday, you weren't alone. When tickets went on sale, the amount of people wanting in crashed the website temporarily.
If you struggled to place a membership deposit for Austin FC season tickets Wednesday, you weren't alone. When tickets went on sale, the amount of people wanting in crashed the website temporarily.
East Austin crowd reacts to Tuesday World Cup win
Hundreds of fans watched the game at Haymaker in East Austin to see if the US Women's National soccer team could pull off another win.
Hundreds of fans watched the game at Haymaker in East Austin to see if the US Women's National soccer team could pull off another win.
Austin FC reveals new renderings of soccer stadium
Austin FC has unveiled new digital renderings of the soccer stadium they are planning on building. The soccer park at McKalla Place will offer an incredible world-class matchday experience in the City of Austin, according to their website.
Austin FC has unveiled new digital renderings of the soccer stadium they are planning on building. The soccer park at McKalla Place will offer an incredible world-class matchday experience in the City of Austin, according to their website.
St. David's named official healthcare partner of Austin FC
Austin FC has named St. David's HealthCare as the team's first founding corporate, official healthcare, training and performance center naming rights partner as part of a multi-year agreement Wednesday.
Austin FC has named St. David's HealthCare as the team's first founding corporate, official healthcare, training and performance center naming rights partner as part of a multi-year agreement Wednesday.
Hearing held on Austin tax deal with MLS team
A hearing was held at the State Capitol on a bill that could take a bite out of the deal to bring Major League Soccer to Austin.
A hearing was held at the State Capitol on a bill that could take a bite out of the deal to bring Major League Soccer to Austin.
Austin FC Academy
General Manager of Austin FC Academy Tyson Wahl talks about a recent announcement and how it will help build homegrown talent.
General Manager of Austin FC Academy Tyson Wahl talks about a recent announcement and how it will help build homegrown talent.
Council approves affordable housing program, decides to call election on 'soccer' petition
This past November, voters approved $250 million in bond money for affordable housing. On Thursday, council passed an item intended to help make the most out of that money. Anyone in Austin whose ever tried to build anything will know, there's a lot of red tape to get through -- a thick rulebook.
This past November, voters approved $250 million in bond money for affordable housing. On Thursday, council passed an item intended to help make the most out of that money. Anyone in Austin whose ever tried to build anything will know, there's a lot of red tape to get through -- a thick rulebook.
Interview with Austin FC President Andy Loughnane - 1/30
The Major League Soccer team is now officially happening here in Austin so what's next for the franchise?
The Major League Soccer team is now officially happening here in Austin so what's next for the franchise?
MLS formally announces Austin expansion team for 2021
Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber formally announced Tuesday that Austin will be an expansion franchise for the 2021 season.
Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber formally announced Tuesday that Austin will be an expansion franchise for the 2021 season.
MLS formally announces Austin expansion team for 2021
Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber formally announced Tuesday that Austin will be an expansion franchise for the 2021 season.� �
Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber formally announced Tuesday that Austin will be an expansion franchise for the 2021 season.� �
City says May vote for 'Friends of McKalla Place' petition is against Austin City Charter
There was much rejoicing from Austin soccer fans last summer when City Council voted to negotiate and execute an agreement that would bring a Major League Soccer stadium to town.
There was much rejoicing from Austin soccer fans last summer when City Council voted to negotiate and execute an agreement that would bring a Major League Soccer stadium to town.
Austin Bold FC announces schedule for inaugural USL Championship season
Austin Bold FC announced its complete 34-match schedule for its inaugural USL Championship season on Wednesday. ABFC will open the season on the road at Cashman Field in Las Vegas on Saturday, March 9 against Las Vegas Lights FC, and begin the home portion of the schedule with the first-ever match at Bold Stadium on Saturday, March 30, at 7:30 p.m. vs. San Antonio FC.
Austin Bold FC announced its complete 34-match schedule for its inaugural USL Championship season on Wednesday. ABFC will open the season on the road at Cashman Field in Las Vegas on Saturday, March 9 against Las Vegas Lights FC, and begin the home portion of the schedule with the first-ever match at Bold Stadium on Saturday, March 30, at 7:30 p.m. vs. San Antonio FC.
City Council's Vote on MLS
Since last week's meeting council-member Leslie Pool took a last-minute trip over to Columbus, Ohio.
Since last week's meeting council-member Leslie Pool took a last-minute trip over to Columbus, Ohio.
Council Member Pool speaks out on reason for recent trip before MLS Vote
The Austin City Council will try their hand, once again, at voting on the future of MLS in the city.
The Austin City Council will try their hand, once again, at voting on the future of MLS in the city.