The Verde Report: Austin FC Players Find Confidence Amid Frustrating Start to Season

Win-loss tally aside, there’s reason for optimism

"...said following the club’s latest 1-0 loss to the Colorado Rapids, its second consecutive defeat by that scoreline...."

March 14, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Bad Breaks Doom Austin FC in Loss to Colorado Rapids

Big advantages in shots and possession don't pay off

"...its third match of the season, 1-0, to the Colorado Rapids at Q2 Stadium to fall to 1W-0D-2L on..."

March 9, 2025 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Which Players Will Decide Austin FC’s Fate in 2025?

A closer look at some of the club’s wild cards

"...starting lineup, which could come this Saturday against the Colorado Rapids at Q2, will likely allow Bukari to switch..."

March 7, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Falls Flat in First Road Trip

Takeaways from the second match – and first loss – of the season

"...year, returning to Q2 Stadium to take on the Colorado Rapids on March 8. Cascante Pulls Up Lame..."

March 2, 2025 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: An Offseason of Change

Austin FC ends season with a win, and with the hunt for a new head coach at the top of the to-do list

"...a 2-1 deficit into a 3-2 win, knocking the Colorado Rapids down a peg in the MLS Cup Playoffs..."

Oct. 25, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Austin FC an Afterthought Ahead of City’s “Biggest Weekend Ever”

Formula 1, SEC football, and Simone Biles draw focus from ATXFC ahead of last match of the season

"...way, Austin FC wraps up its season against the Colorado Rapids at Q2 Stadium Saturday night. Anyone in the..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Fires Head Coach Josh Wolff After Four Seasons

To-be-named interim manager will coach final match of season Oct. 19

"...final match of the season, Oct. 19 against the Colorado Rapids at Q2 Stadium...."

Oct. 6, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Loss to LA Galaxy Officially Eliminates Austin FC From Playoffs

Driussi scores lone goal – his 50th for the Verde and Black

"...finale at Q2 Stadium on October 19 against the Colorado Rapids, who are locked into the playoffs but fighting..."

Oct. 6, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC on Life Support After 2-2 Real Salt Lake Draw

Verde and Black manage to delay playoff elimination for now

"...match of the season on October 19 against the Colorado Rapids, things could feel more than a little pointless...."

Sept. 29, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Austin FC Is Trending Toward Playoffs, Barely

New signings inspire optimism for the stretch run

"...ugly road losses against Real Salt Lake and the Colorado Rapids...."

June 21, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Austin FC Season Could Hinge on Upcoming Tough Stretch

The season’s about to get a lot more challenging

"...eight-day stretch that sees El Tree take on the Colorado Rapids – rejuvenated this season following a last-place finish..."

May 31, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Sizing Up Austin FC’s 2024 Roster

Assessing the strengths and weaknesses of the season 4 squad

"...he posted 16 goals as a member of the Colorado Rapids. But there’s obvious risk with both striking options,..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Features Feature by Eric Goodman

UPDATED: Austin FC Trades Nate Jones for General Allocation Money in MLS SuperDraft

UTRGV’s Bryant Farkarlun selected in second round

"...5th overall in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft, to the Colorado Rapids in exchange for $250,000 in General Allocation Money...."

Dec. 19, 2023 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Breaks Winless Streak With 3-0 Thrashing of D.C. United

The win keeps the team in playoff contention

"...the club’s previous match (a 1-0 loss at the Colorado Rapids). But Bruin showed enough to earn his first..."

Oct. 5, 2023 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

“Miserable” Winless Stretch Takes Its Toll on Austin FC

Struggling club faces D.C. United tonight

"...road loss against the Western Conference’s worst team, the Colorado Rapids, in a game the Verde and Black desperately..."

Oct. 4, 2023 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: How Austin FC Ended Up on the Brink of a Lost Season

The next match is a must-win

"...First up is Western Conference caboose the Colorado Rapids, Saturday night at Dicks Sporting Goods Park in..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

After a Late, Storm-Soaked Start, Austin FC Lets Two-Goal Lead Disappear Against LA Galaxy

With 3-3 draw, a nightmare season nears its end

"...do that is a golden one Saturday night in Colorado, taking on the woeful Rapids, who’ve won just four..."

Sept. 25, 2023 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Predictable Austin FC Isn’t Just Playing Badly. It’s Playing Boring.

Is it time to hit the panic button?

"...wins, two losses, and Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Colorado Rapids. The club's season-opening loss to St. Louis CITY..."

March 31, 2023 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Sluggish in Disappointing Draw Against Colorado Rapids

Jon Gallagher scores sole goal, leading team in early season

"...Black returned to Q2 Stadium and allowed the struggling Colorado Rapids to exit with a 1-1 draw that, if..."

March 26, 2023 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Austin FC’s Attacking Blueprint Hits Early Season Snag

On paper, Austin FC’s attack is perfectly balanced. So how come it’s only delivered one goal all season?

"...seals as Austin FC welcomes Zardes' former club, the Colorado Rapids, to Q2 Stadium Saturday night. The Rapids sit..."

March 24, 2023 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC 2023 Regular Season Schedule

Never miss a chance to cheer on the Verde and Black

"...March 25 vs. Colorado Rapids, 7:30pm..."

Feb. 24, 2023 Sports Feature

Austin FC Announces 2023 MLS Regular Season Schedule

34-match schedule commences Feb. 25

"...March 25 vs. Colorado Rapids, 7:30pm..."

Dec. 20, 2022 Sports Post by Kimberley Jones

Refereeing Blunders Pour Cold Water on Austin FC Season Finale

Verde face Real Salt Lake in Sunday playoff match at Q2

"...for the Verde and Black’s 1-1 draw against the Colorado Rapids in Sunday’s regular season finale, oversaw what longtime..."

Oct. 9, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

With Little on the Line, Austin FC Closes Road Schedule With Loss to Vancouver Whitecaps

ATX will finish season second in Western Conference

"...That’s because 1,100 miles to the southeast, the Colorado Rapids defeated FC Dallas 1-0, guaranteeing that ATX would..."

Oct. 2, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Routs Atlanta United to Close Out Perfect Road Trip

Club leads MLS with seven road wins

"...Meanwhile, it was all smiles and shirtless photos in..."

July 10, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: A Utility Player No More, Jon Gallagher Has Found His Home for Austin FC

The 26-year-old Irishman is thriving at left back

"...half of Austin FC's 3-2 comeback win over the Colorado Rapids on July 4, earning him MLS Team of..."

July 8, 2022 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

We Have an Issue: Sounds Like Success

In this week’s issue, Christina Garcia profiles DJ and restaurateur Gabriela Bucio

"...Independence Day win in a major comeback over the Colorado Rapids, then announced Wednesday the team had acquired Ecuadorian..."

July 8, 2022 Column by Kimberley Jones

Austin FC Scores Independence Day Win With Comeback Over Colorado Rapids

Verde lead league with six road wins

"...Each year, the Colorado Rapids host an MLS match on the Fourth of..."

July 5, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC 2022 Regular Season Schedule

"...Mon., July 4 @ Colorado Rapids, 8pm..."

Feb. 25, 2022 Features Feature

The Verde Report: Austin FC Has a New Jersey and It’s an Own Goal of Ugliness

Austin FC has committed to looking like a bushel of Granny Smith apples for close to half a season

"...Austin FC, six other MLS clubs – LA Galaxy, Colorado Rapids, New England Revolution, New York Red Bulls, Portland..."

Feb. 18, 2022 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

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