By Anonymous (not verified), October 12, 2022
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From MLS
Austin FC Targets First Pro Sports Championship in City History
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Pictured: Austin FC players celebrate a goal. Photo Credits: Scott Wachter (USA Today / IMAGN).
Alright, alright, alright! In a college town, where American football is traditionally king, Matthew McConaughey’s Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, is chasing MLS Cup in just its second season, which could mark the first professional sports championship in the City of Austin’s182-year history.Second-year Austin FC, the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, is in the midst of a monumental sophomore season that has been nothing short of historic. They are surging through one of the most dramatic improvements from Year 1 to Year 2 in MLS history, earning seven more wins (nine in 2021, 16 in 2022) and tying the greatest points increase from an inaugural season to second season in league history - recording a record 25 more total points in the standings (56 points) than they achieved last year (31 points). The club also registered 30 more goals from Year 1 to Year 2, thanks to 22 finishes from star forward Sebastián Driussi, who tied for second in the Golden Boot presented by Audi standings.Now interwoven into the fabric of the city, the ‘Verde y Black’ are reaching all sides of the community, as Austin FC reigns among the fiercest home stadium environments in the entire league, with firmly-rooted traditions and unwavering supporters groups. The No. 2 seeded Austin FC begin their Audi 2022 MLS Cup Playoffs run against No. 7 seed Real Salt Lake this Sunday, Oct. 15 on ABC and ESPN Deportes at 3 p.m. ET.
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