Austin FC II will travel up I-35 to face North Texas SC for the second time this season on Saturday, May 2 for a 7:00 p.m. CT kickoff. The match will be available to watch on OneFootball and MLSNEXTPro.com.
Austin FC II Outlook
Austin FC II is coming off a 1-1 draw against Ventura County FC in which Diego Abarca’s goal tied the match in the 60th minute to send it to penalties. Man of the Match goalkeeper Erick Lauta made three key saves in penalties to stave off VCFC and earn ATXFC II two points.
The Verde & Black have already bested derby rival North Texas SC at home this season. The match’s only goal came from Djaka Barro late in the first half and Austin FC II’s strong defensive efforts held off NTSC to collect all three points. ATXFC II will look to recapture its winning form again, this time on the road, to earn another three points.
North Texas SC Outlook
North Texas SC is coming off an away defeat against Minnesota United FC 2. The 1-0 loss mirrors NTSC’s loss to Austin FC II last time out, with them unable to find the equalizer before the final whistle.
Looking forward, North Texas SC will look to capitalize at home against in-state rival Austin FC II. Edouard Nys sits as MLS NEXT Pro’s top-scorer and will be looking to extend his lead after a scoreless match against ATXFC II last time.
