Austin FC Academy teams faced a challenging weekend against FC Dallas and Sonny G Academy, with three teams earning wins and the U15s battling to a late draw in their first MLS match of the season.
U18s Earn Road Rivalry WinÂ
The U18s secured a 1-0 victory over FC Dallas in a difficult road matchup. Austin controlled the game through its shape and possession before Kevin Houar broke the deadlock in the 70th minute, assisted by Lukas Marichal. All seven substitutes contributed as the group closed out the rivalry win. U14s Rally for Four-Goal Victory
The U14s defeated SGA 4-1 after overcoming an early setback. Despite controlling the opening 25 minutes, Austin conceded on SGA's first trip into its half before Aldo Barrera equalized in the 32nd minute, assisted by Alejandro Saa. Antonio Quiroga then took over late, scoring three times in a 15-minute span, (65', 70', 80') to complete his second hat trick in two league matches. U13s Turn Around a Tough StartÂ
The U13s overcame a slow start to defeat SGA 6-4. Elias Grimaldo scored twice (6', 17'), with Noah Lara (34'), Bennet Peterson (39'), Michael Owuor (48') and Ronen Addo (71') also finding the net. After falling behind early, the group raised its intensity, using its high press to win possession higher up the field and create dangerous attacking opportunities. The U13s responded to adversity with a strong second half and showed maturity in managing the game through the final whistle. U15s Battle to Late Draw in First MLS MatchÂ
The U15s played to a 3-3 draw against FC Dallas in their first MLS match of the season. Raymond Zhang opened the scoring in the 12th minute, assisted by Liam Smith, before Rayan Chibane equalized in the 76th. Oliver Hamadi completed the comeback in the 90th minute, assisted by Gyan Zardes. The group showed resilience against a strong FC Dallas side, improving its organization and connectivity as the match progressed and continuing to push for a result until the final whistle. U16s Face Late Setback in DallasÂ
The U16s fell 4-2 to FC Dallas despite goals from Francisco Pacheco (43') and Bryce Newbrough (56'), assisted by Devin Daubon. Austin FC showed promising moments in possession and created opportunities through the flanks, but a difficult final stretch ultimately decided the match. Austin FC Academy continues its season with valuable lessons and progress across the pathway, with each group building toward its next challenge.
