Austin FC Brings First Squad Into Focus Through Expansion Draft, Trades

Inaugural club roster swells to 11

"...Forward Danny Hoesen, winger Jared Stroud, goalkeeper Brady Scott, and midfielder..."

Dec. 18, 2020 Sports Feature by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: In Gut-Check Time, True Colors Shine Through

What’s the secret sauce in this turnaround squad?

"...vibe was, 'We're going to win this game,'" said Danny Hoesen, who also scored. "I think that's a huge,..."

April 22, 2022 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Upcoming Expansion Draft Conjures Bad Memories for Austin FC

Charlotte FC takes the "new kid" mantle in the MLS

"...Josh Wolff, and the ATX brain trust drafted striker Danny Hoesen, winger Jared Stroud, goalkeeper Brady Scott, midfielder Joe..."

Dec. 10, 2021 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Fantastic Goals and Where to Find Them

Three steps for more scoring opportunities

"...Danny Hoesen's nightmare start to the season got even worse..."

May 28, 2021 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Erases 0-2 Deficit for “Entertaining” Draw Against FC Dallas

Late goals from Driussi, Hoesen yield 2-2 finish

"...minutes – Sebastián Driussi in the 72nd minute and Danny Hoesen in the 85th – to salvage a 2-2..."

June 26, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Sizing Up Austin FC’s Roster After Offseason Makeover

Retooled and refreshed, ATXFC is carrying plenty of confidence into a crucial second season

"...the deal for Valencia. ForwardsStriker: Moussa Djitté, Maxi Urruti, Danny Hoesen Winger: Cecilio Domínguez, Diego Fagundez, Ethan Finlay, Rodney..."

Jan. 28, 2022 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Gets “Big Lift” in Attack With Promising Striker Signing

Club signs 21-year-old Senegalese center forward Moussa Djitté

"...troubles, Austin FC coach Josh Wolff said Tuesday that Danny Hoesen, the club’s top expansion draft pick and starting..."

June 30, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Austin FC’s Goalkeeper Playing at All-Star Level

Brad Stuver leads MLS with 54 saves through 11 games

"...will be the club's only healthy true striker after Danny Hoesen underwent hip surgery this week and is out..."

July 2, 2021 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Rallies for Come-From-Behind Road Win in D.C.

The Verde claim top spot in Western Conference

"...Substitute stiker Danny Hoesen – making just his second appearance for the..."

April 16, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC’s Anemic Offense Leads to Broadway Blues In Nashville

RECAP: Tyro team now tied for last in Western Conference

"...the game with a possession-minded starting XI which featured Danny Hoesen at striker, Rodney Redes on the right wing,..."

May 24, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: New Faces Arrive as Austin FC Looks to Build on 2022 Magic

Core roster remains, bolstered by new recruits Gyasi Zardes, Leo Väisänen, Matt Bersano

"...bid farewell to injury-plagued striker and expansion draft pick Danny Hoesen, reallocating those funds toward securing the signature of..."

Jan. 20, 2023 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Soccer Watch: The World Cup, the USMNT, and a Touch of Verde

A temporary changing of the guards for our soccer coverage

"...Brad Stuver and Charlie Acensio, and declining options on Danny Hoesen, Felipe Martins, Freddy Kleemann, Will Pulisic, and backup..."

Nov. 11, 2022 Sports Post by Nick Barbaro

Austin FC Adds to Season of Thrills With Comeback Victory Over Sporting KC

Driussi’s stoppage time winner sparks ATXFC euphoria

"...header in the 63rd minute, one of those substitutes, Danny Hoesen, rifled a gorgeous waist-high volley into the side..."

Aug. 14, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Lifts Copa Tejas With Draw Against FC Dallas

Club extends record no-loss streak to seven

"...stretch from Dallas keeper Maarten Paes, who twice denied Danny Hoesen a chance at the winning goal...."

July 17, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC vs. FC Dallas

"...Read Verde Report columnist Eric Goodman’s game recap. Here, Danny Hoesen scores a goal as Austin FC ties with..."

June 27, 2022 Photo Gallery

Austin FC Outlasts Minnesota United in Gritty Western Conference Clash

The Verde remain undefeated at home this season

"...87th minute the sellout crowd got to welcome striker Danny Hoesen to the Q2 Stadium pitch for the first..."

April 11, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Austin FC Splurges on Veteran Goalscorer Maxi Urruti

The Verde has now made two signings on the attacking end of the field

"...starting-caliber striker – something Austin FC seriously lacked when Danny Hoesen, Cecilio Domínguez, and Moussa Djitté split the majority..."

Dec. 31, 2021 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Splurges on Veteran Goalscorer Maxi Urruti

Striker arrives direct from Houston Dynamo

"...starting-caliber striker – something Austin FC seriously lacked when Danny Hoesen, Cecilio Domínguez, and Moussa Djitté split the majority..."

Dec. 28, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: The Honeymoon Is Ending. It’s Time for Austin FC to Earn Its Support.

Three things Austin FC needs to do to get some momentum going

"...out of action. Two of those, Ben Sweat and Danny Hoesen, are likely out the rest of the season,..."

July 16, 2021 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Austin FC’s Injury Woes Compound in Minnesota Loss

RECAP: A Gen Z-heavy squad stumbles on the road

"...report went five deep and included sorely missed starters Danny Hoesen and Daniel Pereira. But by the time the..."

June 24, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Learning to Love Austin FC's Roster Through Their Native Cuisines

International players' kitchen

"...difficult to find in Austin, we can welcome striker Danny Hoesen with some scrumptious stroopwafel, courtesy of the Austin-based..."

June 18, 2021 Features Feature by Adam Wood

Austin FC Stalls Seattle Sounders for Satisfying Draw

RECAP: ATXFC holds league leaders to goalless draw at Lumen Field

"...attack, borne in equal parts by player availability (striker Danny Hoesen did not make the trip with a hip..."

May 31, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

RECAP: Austin FC Blanks Minnesota United for Second Straight Road Win

Fagundez goal enough as ATXFC relies on defense to knock off the Loons

"...another deadly cross from Stroud found a wide open Danny Hoesen six yards in front of Minnesota’s goal. It..."

May 2, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin FC, Explained

What you need to know about the team, the league, the players, and more

"...question marks at this point are in the attack. Danny Hoesen seems to be getting the keys to the..."

April 9, 2021 Features Feature by Eric Goodman

Five Austin FC Players You Need to Know

Plus our projected depth chart

"...Forwards: Cecilio Domínguez (Paraguay), Rodney Redes (Paraguay), Danny Hoesen (Netherlands), Kekuta Manneh (Gambia), Aaron Schoenfeld (USA), Jon..."

April 9, 2021 Features Feature by Eric Goodman

Austin FC Signs Argentine Star Tomás Pochettino

Club secures second Designated Player for $2.5 million transfer fee

"...bulk of the center forward responsibilities to expansion draftee Danny Hoesen...."

Feb. 11, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Soccer Watch: Game On!

"...Danny Hoesen (29, Netherlands, San Jose Earthquakes)..."

Dec. 25, 2020 Sports Column by Nick Barbaro