Rooting Interests: Don't sleep on a fascinating MLS Next Pro race (in case Austin FC's playoff bid ends tonight)

The second team's playoff chances were boosted by a PK win last night, netting two points, but it's still an uphill climb. (Not at the level the first team faces, though.)

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Updated on Jan 23, 2025

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A race to the bottom (of the playoff places): Breaking down seven teams vying for four spots

Austin only needs 10 points in nine matches to get to the fabled 45 points that should guarantee a playoff spot. But will that be enough given the competition?

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'We're trying everything to win games here': Reflections on a second straight Copa Tejas home draw

One point is better than none, but Austin FC's seventh home draw of the 2025 season means that in league matches in Q2 Stadium, they've now drawn more than won and lost combined.

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At the Whistle: Austin FC 1, FC Dallas 1

Austin FC did well to come back from a deficit to draw FC Dallas, but were left wanting more.

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Foreign Exchange: Three questions with Drew Epperley of Big D Soccer

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