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Austin FC to Host Official 2026 World Cup Watch Parties

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Austin FC is officially bringing the world’s biggest stage to Central Texas. The Club has announced the Austin FC Soccer Celebration, a series of free community events and live viewing parties designed to unite the city for every single moment of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Austin FC to Host Official 2026 World Cup Watch Parties

Kickoff Weekend: Auditorium Shores (June 11–12)

To launch the tournament, Austin FC is transforming Auditorium Shores into a premier downtown fan destination. This iconic green space will host a high-energy festival featuring:

      Large-Scale Screens: Live broadcasts of the four opening matches, including Mexico (June 11), Canada (June 12), and the United States (June 12).
      Fan Amenities: Food and beverage vendors, beer garden-style lounges, and family-friendly activities.
      A Proven Venue: The site returns to its soccer roots after successfully hosting the 2025 MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration.

The 37-Day Marathon: Inn Cahoots (June 13 – July 19)

Starting June 13, the celebration moves to East Austin. Inn Cahoots will become a dedicated, free soccer hub for the remainder of the tournament.

      Every Match Live: From the group stages to the Final on July 19, fans can catch all 100 matches in one centralized location.
      Daily Programming: Original events and activities to keep the World Cup spirit alive for over a month.

Exclusive Media Coverage: FOX 7 & Gyasi Zardes

Austin FC has teamed up with FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) to provide expert analysis throughout the summer.

      The Show: A new magazine-style program hosted by FOX 7’s Dennis de la Peña.
      The Pro Perspective: Former USMNT forward and MLS legend Gyasi Zardes joins as a featured analyst to provide behind-the-scenes storytelling and tactical insight.

What’s Next?

Mark your calendars for May 16. During Austin FC’s home match against Sporting Kansas City, the Club will reveal:

      Full event timings and registration details.
      Complete programming schedules.
      Additional “Celebration of the Global Game” initiatives presented by the 4ATX Foundation.

MLS Switching to International Schedule

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The Major League Soccer Board of Governors have voted to align MLS with the international soccer calendar by shifting the regular season to a summer to spring schedule beginning in 2027.

New MLS calendar

Currently, MLS currently plays on a February to November calendar.

The change will result in the season kicking off in mid July and running through the Spring, with Decision Day in April and the MLS Cup playoffs in May.

MLS will allocate a winter break from mid December to early or mid-February.

This will enable MLS to sync up with the international transfer windows, so MLS teams can participate in the global transfer market.

As it currently stands, the MLS primary transfer window runs from January 31 to April 23, while most international leagues have player transfers during a traditional summer window.

MLS will run a shortened season in 2027 from February to May, where an MLS Cup champion will be crowned before the league officially shifts to the new calendar in summer 2027.

USMNT vs Ecuador on October 10, 2025 at Q2 Stadium

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The U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) is returning to Austin for a friendly vs. Ecuador on ​Friday​, ​October​ ​10​ at​ ​​7:​30 ​PM​​ at Q2 Stadium.

USMNT vs Ecuador on October 10 2025

Oak Collective Season Ticket Members will receive ​25%​ off tickets and exclusive pre-sale access beginning ​Wednesday​, ​July​ ​16th​ ​at ​​10​A​M​ through ​Friday​, ​July​ ​18th​ at ​​8​AM​. 

Also, for any American Outlaws (AO) members, the group has announced that starting today, tickets for all U.S. Soccer-hosted matches through October 2026 will be capped at $45 (plus fees) — and will be sold directly by AO to members.

See you at Q2!

Evil Mopac Interviews Austin FC’s Goalkeeper Brad Stuver

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Evil Mopac, the Austin Twitter account that literally comes from the streets, has posted an interview with Austin FC goalkeeper, Brad Stuver, on the Evil Mopac podcast.

Stuck With Evil MoPac Episode 3 Brad Stuver

The mysterious Evil Mopac is joined by Austin FC goalie Brad Stuver on the Evil Mopac podcast to discuss the challenging 2023 season, his origin story with Ashley, recruiting Messi to move to Austin, who he’d save from a desert island between Bassi, Ferreria, and Vela, and more.

The interview is available on YouTube and Spotify.

Matthew McConaughey to Star in a Soccer Movie, Dallas Sting

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Austin FC co-owner Matthew McConaughey will star in an upcoming film titled “Dallas Sting.”

Matthew McConaughey

The movie, based on a true story, will be directed by Kari Skogland and feature McConaughey in the role of coach Bill Kinder.

It follows a Dallas, Texas-based Under-19 team that made history in 1984, with Kinder leading the high school-aged group to international glory upon traveling to China and defying all odds against the likes of Italy and Australia in true underdog fashion.

While in China, the Dallas Sting became the first American soccer team, men or women, to win a major international tournament.

Kinder also invested in the team financially and fought to allow them to travel overseas in the first place – all amid geopolitical tensions.

The Dallas Sting are still around today and were founded in 1973, making them the oldest and first all-girls club in the United States.