Brandon Vázquez, a 26-year-old forward for Austin FC, suffered a torn right ACL during a U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal match against San Jose, which will require season-ending surgery. The injury occurred without contact in the 69th minute, right after he converted a penalty kick to tie the score. As an MLS All-Star, Vázquez has been a key player for Austin, leading the team with nine goals this season and having four goals in 11 appearances for the U.S., although he was not selected for the Concacaf Gold Cup roster. Austin won the match 4-2 on penalties and will play against Minnesota on September 16.
Brandon Vázquez, an Austin FC forward, sustained a torn right ACL during the U.S. Open Cup match against San Jose, which necessitates season-ending surgery.
The injury occurred in the 69th minute, shortly after he scored a penalty kick that equalized the match at 1-1.
Vázquez has been a standout player, leading Austin FC with nine goals this season and contributing four goals in his international appearances.
His injury impacts his chances of being included in the United States roster for the next year's World Cup.
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