"I think we gave a really good performance. A very attractive and willing-to-go-forward type of performance. I think we saw a team with more quality, cleaner in the way we built our attacks, and also in the final third. I still think we have to improve some of the movements and decisions we make, but I think we saw a more vertical team, that went forward every time they could."
"Last year, sometimes I think we got stuck in slow attacks, and it was because we didn't have that type of player that could accelerate the play. When we have everyone healthy and playing together, and training together, those connections will keep growing. I think we'll have a team that is very attractive to watch."
Austin FC opened their 2026 MLS season with a 2-2 home draw against Minnesota United, with goals from Brendan Hines-Ike and Myrto Uzuni. Manager Nico Estevez praised the team's improved performance, highlighting cleaner attacking construction and more vertical play compared to last season. He noted the team was previously hindered by slow attacks due to lacking players who could accelerate play. With full squad health and training continuity, Estevez expects further improvement and an attractive style of play. Austin finished sixth in the Western Conference last year before losing in the playoff first round to Los Angeles FC. They face D.C. United at home on Sunday, while D.C. won their opener 1-0 against Philadelphia Union.
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