Austin FC vs. Club América: Ultimate Showdown Preview – Aug 13, 2026
Austin FC vs. Club América: The Big Thursday Night Showdown Explained Simply
What’s Happening?
Imagine two really good soccer teams playing a super important game. Austin FC (our home team in the green and black) is hosting Club América (a famous powerhouse team from Mexico) this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. CT at Q2 Stadium.
This isn’t just a regular game—it’s the third and final match of "Phase One" in the Leagues Cup 2026 tournament. The winner gets a golden ticket to the quarterfinals (the final 8 teams)!
Important Point: This is a win-or-go-home moment for both teams. A victory likely means moving on; a loss could mean packing up for the summer.
How to Watch & Listen
Can’t make it to the stadium? No worries! You can catch all the action here:
- English Radio: iHeart Radio’s Alt 97.5
- Spanish Radio: Univision’s TUDN Radio Austin (104.3 HD2 / KLQB-FM)
Austin FC: Riding a Hot Streak
Austin FC comes into this match flying high. Here’s why fans are excited:
1. They Crushed Their Last Opponent
- Beat Club Puebla 3-0 in their second Leagues Cup game.
- Perfect record so far: 2 wins, 0 losses, 0 ties (2-0-0).
2. Myrto Uzuni Had a Night for the History Books
- Scored a hat trick (that’s 3 goals in one game!).
- Became only the 2nd player ever in Austin FC history to do this.
- All 3 goals came in the first half—two of them before the 8-minute mark!
- This pushes him to 2nd place on the club’s all-time scoring list.
3. Defense Is Locked Down
- Goalkeeper Brad Stuver hasn’t let in a single goal in the tournament yet.
- He’s aiming for his 3rd straight shutout (a game where the other team scores zero).
4. Top of the MLS Pack
- Austin is 1 of only 6 MLS teams with a perfect record.
- Only 4 MLS teams get to advance to the knockout round—so every point matters.
Club América: The Mexican Giants
Don’t think this will be easy. Club América is really, really good.
1. Also Undefeated in Leagues Cup
- Beat San Diego FC and Portland Timbers.
- Most recent win: 3-1 over Portland (came from behind!).
- Isaías Violante scored the go-ahead goal in the 64th minute.
- Óscar Perea added a late "insurance" goal to seal it.
2. Dominating Their Home League Too
- Coach Guillermo Almada has them tied for 1st place in Liga MX (Mexico’s top league).
- Record: 2 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses (7 points, tied with Tijuana).
- Super balanced attack: 5 goals scored by 5 different players in 3 games.
3. Top of Their Leagues Cup Group
- 6 points (2 wins), sitting at the top.
- 3 other Liga MX teams also have perfect records.
- A win Thursday = guaranteed spot in the knockout stage for the first time since 2024.
What’s at Stake?
| Team | Current Record | What a Win Does |
|---|---|---|
| Austin FC | 2-0-0 (6 pts) | Clinches quarterfinal spot (depending on other results) |
| Club América | 2-0-0 (6 pts) | Guarantees advancement to knockout round |
Important Point: Only 4 teams from MLS and 4 from Liga MX move on. Even with a perfect record, Austin might need help from other games. América controls their own destiny—a win and they’re in!
Summary: The Simple Version
- Big game Thursday at 7:30 PM at Q2 Stadium.
- Austin FC is on fire—Uzuni scored 3 goals last game, defense hasn’t allowed any goals.
- Club América is also undefeated and stacked with talent.
- Winner likely moves on to the final 8; loser might be done.
- Listen on Alt 97.5 (English) or TUDN 104.3 HD2 (Spanish).
- This is must-watch soccer—two perfect teams, one ticket to the next round.
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
What is the Leagues Cup?
It’s a tournament where teams from MLS (USA/Canada) and Liga MX (Mexico) play against each other. Think of it like the World Cup, but just for these two leagues.
What’s a "hat trick"?
When one player scores 3 goals in a single game. It’s rare and super impressive! Uzuni did it all in the first half.
What’s a "shutout"?
When a goalkeeper doesn’t let the other team score any goals. Brad Stuver has done this twice in a row and wants a third.
Why does Austin need "help from other results"?
Only 4 MLS teams advance. Even if Austin wins, if other MLS teams also win, tiebreakers (like goal difference) decide who goes through. América only needs to win to guarantee their spot.
Where is Q2 Stadium?
It’s Austin FC’s home stadium in North Austin, near The Domain. Capacity: ~20,500 fans. It gets LOUD!
Go Verde & Black!
Let’s pack the stadium and make some noise Thursday night!