AUSTIN (KXAN) — The engine in Austin FC’s goal-scoring machine last season will churn for a few more seasons.
Midfielder Sebastian Driussi, last year’s Major League Soccer MVP runner-up and catalyst in Verde’s historic playoff run, signed a three-year contract with a club option for a fourth season to keep the Argentine in Austin through the 2026 season.
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Austin FC will hold a press conference to announce the deal at 1 p.m., Tuesday. KXAN will stream it online in the video player above and on the KXAN Facebook page.
Driussi scored 22 goals last season to rank second in MLS and chipped in seven assists for 29 goal contributions. He came through in the MLS Cup playoffs with three goals in three matches to help lead the team to the Western Conference finals and the franchise’s first-ever playoff appearance.
“I’m delighted to sign a new contract with Austin FC,” Driussi said in a club press release. “This Club and community have made Austin feel like home for my family and me. I have big ambitions here both personally and for the team, and I’m excited to work with my teammates, Josh, and the staff to achieve them.”
Driussi was named the franchise’s first-ever all-star last season and was an 11-time selection to the MLS Team of the Week last year along with being named MLS player of the month twice.
Austin FC begins its third season in MLS on Feb. 25 against St. Louis City FC at Q2 Stadium.
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