Austin FC’s MLS Playoff Fate Sealed by Sunday’s Results
Austin FC has clinched a spot in the MLS playoffs for the second time in the club’s history. Their qualification was secured on Sunday when San Jose lost to Vancouver with a score of 4-1. This defeat ensured that Austin FC could not finish lower than ninth in the Western Conference standings.
Austin FC’s Current Standing
As of now, Austin FC holds the sixth position in the Western Conference. They have two matches remaining in the regular season. With one additional victory, they can secure the No. 6 seed, which guarantees them at least one home playoff game in the first round of the best-of-three series.
Upcoming Matches
- Next Match: Home game against LAFC
- Final Match: Away game at San Jose on October 18
Playoff Schedule
The play-in game is scheduled for October 22, with the playoffs commencing on October 24. Austin FC aims to improve their current form, as they head into the LAFC match on a three-game losing streak, with only two of those losses occurring in league play.
Previous Playoff Performance
In their inaugural playoff appearance in 2022, Austin FC made an impressive run to the Western Conference final. The team is now focused on replicating or surpassing that success in the upcoming postseason.
