Austin FC falls 2-1 to FC Dallas in return to MLS play

FC Dallas defeated Austin FC 2-1 on August 16, 2026, in an MLS match held at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas. Goals were scored by Lalas Abubakar and Petar Musa for FC Dallas, while Austin FC fell short in the rivalry contest. Notable attendees included Austin FC supporters Matthew McConaughey and Shane Gillis, whose disappointed postgame expressions were shared by FC Dallas on social media.