Preseason is officially over 🌳 We recap Austin FC’s final tune-up against Sporting KC, talk academy takeaways from a tough weekend vs Orlando, and share our overall thoughts heading into MLS Matchday One. We also touch on the international roster move, the latest Sportico valuation ranking, Austin FC II’s new addition, and fan reactions to the new jersey.

En este episodio de WAATV en Español reaccionamos al empate 2-2 entre Austin FC y Chicago Fire. Analizamos los goles de Robert Taylor y Jayden Nelson, el debut de Facundo Torres y los primeros minutos de Myrto Uzuni en la pretemporada.

También hablamos del fallido traspaso de Uzuni a Turquía: la oferta de $6.5M, el acuerdo en términos personales y por qué finalmente se cayó la operación. ¿Hay un camino de regreso para él con la afición?

Además, comentamos que Arabia Saudita eligió Austin como base para el Mundial 2026 y los movimientos de cupos internacionales con RSL y LA Galaxy. Noticias verdes y debate sin filtro. 🌳

We open Episode 301 with a quick Super Bowl reaction, and then jump into Austin FC’s latest preseason loss to St. Louis City SC and the growing concern around the lack of goals. With Austin sitting at 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 losses in preseason, we discuss whether this is cause for concern or simply a matter of waiting for attacking reinforcements to arrive. We also break down the Myrto Uzuni transfer drama after a reported move to Turkey fell apart, debate if there’s a path back for him with Austin FC fans, touch on Saudi Arabia choosing Austin as its 2026 World Cup base camp, a recent international roster spot deal with RSL, and close with a quick academy recap.

We recap Austin FC’s preseason matchup vs NYCFC, what we learned from heavy rotation and academy performances, and post match comments from coach Nico. Plus, Facundo Torres is officially presented as Austin FC’s newest Designated Player, Jader Obrian is bought out, and rumors linking Joseph Rosales to West Brom are debunked.

Stay for a deep conversation as the boys say goodbye to Alex one last time.

Nos sentamos a platicar con Joseph Rosales sobre su llegada a Austin FC, la pretemporada y lo que le espera esta temporada 2026. Una conversación relajada para conocer al jugador más allá del partido.

We sat down with Joseph Rosales to talk about his move to Austin FC, the preseason, and what he’s expecting from the upcoming season—a relaxed conversation to get to know the player beyond the pitch.

El rumor de James Rodríguez rumbo a Austin FC sigue dando de qué hablar. Analizamos qué tan viable es su llegada bajo un contrato Max TAM según las reglas de la MLS. Luego, el fichaje de Facundo Torres toma fuerza, con reportes que lo colocan como Jugador Designado en una operación entre $9.5–10M a largo plazo, a la espera de exámenes médicos en Brasil.

Además, Jon Gallagher firma una extensión hasta 2028, Jayden Nelson destaca con Canadá en medio de mayor competencia por las bandas, se filtra un nuevo uniforme de Austin FC, y Owen Wolff se somete a una cirugía exitosa. 🌳

Facundo Torres to Austin FC is gaining momentum, with reports pointing to a Designated Player signing in the $9.5–10M range on a multi-year deal, pending medicals in Brazil. We also break down the James Rodríguez rumor and what a potential Max TAM move would look like under MLS rules. Plus, Jon Gallagher signs an extension through 2028, Jayden Nelson impresses with Canada amid increased wing competition, a new Austin FC kit leak surfaces, Owen Wolff undergoes successful surgery, and Austin FC II announces preseason plans. 🌳

Austin FC’s preseason has begun as players report to camp and the 2026 season begins to take shape. We cover Dani Pereira’s contract extension, Owen Wolff’s new U22 deal, and key quotes from Brandon Vazquez. Plus, the preseason schedule is officially out, and Brett Uttley departs for a first-team role in Cincinnati.

To close things out, we zoom out to the global game as the FA Cup, Spanish Super Cup, and Liga MX return.

Austin FC locks in Owen Wolff on a new U22 deal, we break down what it means for the salary budget, give the latest on Tadeo Allende, and look back at why the 2021 team felt so special through Felipe Martins’ words.

On this episode, we break down Myrto Uzuni’s candid comments about his difficult first year in MLS, living apart from his family, and whether a fully focused 2026 can spark a turnaround in Austin.

We also dive into the Guilherme Biro rumors following Joseph Rosales’ arrival, with questions swirling around Biro’s value, salary, and long-term future at the club.

Finally, we discuss the Tadeo Allende transfer buzz, including a reported $10M valuation, interest from Inter Miami and River Plate, and whether Austin FC could realistically make a DP move.