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Austin FC's U-17 and U-19 Academy Teams Punch Their Ticket to MLS NEXT Cup | Austin FC
- Austin FC U-17 and U-19 academies clinched MLS NEXT Cup berths via MLS NEXT Flex, advancing in 2026.
- U-19s finished top of their group with a 1-0 win over Sockers FC Chicago and a 5-0 win vs Southern Soccer Academy.
- U-17s also clinched their group, remaining unbeaten with a 4-2 start and final 1-1 draw before penalties.
- Both teams will compete in MLS NEXT Cup in Salt Lake City, May 23-31, 2026.
- The MLS NEXT Flex results included specific group performances against Sockers FC Chicago, CF Montréal, and Albion SC.
- Coach comments and development pathway emphasize MLS academies facing older competition as part of growth.
- The U-19 group stage included a decisive win over CF Montréal to clinch qualification.
- The U-17s sealed advancement with penalties after a 1-1 group-stage draw against Columbus Crew.
- The MLS NEXT Cup is set for late May in 2026, continuing Austin FC's academy pipeline.
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