The Austin FC Academy U18, U16, and U15 teams faced Orlando City over the weekend, with each group gaining valuable experience against strong competition and opportunities to continue developing their game. U18s Break Through LateÂ
The U18s earned a 2-1 victory over Orlando City, showcasing their ability to stay connected and maintain control through all phases of the game. Jacob Peale opened the scoring in the 46th minute, assisted by Nico Rojas, before Christian Ayala sealed the win with an 86th-minute goal from Kevin Houar. U16s Show Character in Close MatchÂ
The U16s fell 2-1 to Orlando City after taking an early lead through Orles Iljadhi in the third minute, assisted by Aiden Vega. Austin faced a difficult Orlando side that made it challenging to sustain possession, but the group improved their decision-making and patience in possession late in the match. They continued to create opportunities and showed strong character after falling behind. U15s Take Lessons from Challenging Test
The U15s fell 4-1 to Orlando City, with Liam Smith scoring the opening goal in the 23rd minute off an assist from Oliver Hamadi. Austin executed its attacking plan well early in the match and created several opportunities but was unable to capitalize on its chances. The group also showed strong defensive organization for long stretches before Orlando's individual quality began to create more openings. The match provided valuable opportunities to continue developing in possession, finishing, and individual defending. Austin FC Academy continues to build through matches, with each group taking lessons from the weekend and carrying them into the next stage of development.
