It's a seismic shift at St. Q's — Austin FC has officially cut ties with both head coach and sporting director, signaling that the Verde and Black faithful are done waiting for results that never came. This is not a move made lightly, and it sends a loud, unmistakable message: the club is serious about turning things around.
The dual departures represent one of the most significant organizational overhauls in the club's short but passionate history. For a fanbase that packs Q2 Stadium week in and week out with some of the loudest, most electric energy in Major League Soccer, patience has been worn thin by inconsistent performances and a failure to capitalize on the talent this roster possesses.
Austin FC has never been a franchise content to simply exist in MLS — from day one, the vision was to compete for championships and represent this city with the same bold, ambitious spirit that defines Austin itself. When results don't match that vision, accountability has to follow, and today it did.
The front office now faces the critical task of identifying the right voices to lead this program forward. The hire at both head coach and sporting director will define the next chapter of Austin FC's story. Verde fans deserve a team that fights for every point, develops homegrown talent through Austin FC Academy, and makes deep playoff runs a reality rather than a distant dream.
The Verde Wall isn't going anywhere — if anything, moments like these galvanize a fanbase. Austin FC, this city has your back. Now it's time to build something worth believing in again. The next move belongs to the front office, and all eyes across Central Texas are watching.