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Signs contract extension Pereira has signed a contract extension with Austin FC until the end of the 2027-28 MLS season Friday. The deal also includes an option for the 2028-29 campaign.

Impact "Austin has become home for me and my family," said Pereira. "This team and city mean a lot to me and I'm very grateful to sign a new contract to extend my time here." Pereira was the franchise's first-ever MLS SuperDraft pick in 2020, and he's since made 156 appearances for the club across all competitions. He figures to be a regular in midfield once again in 2026 and beyond.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Option picked up Pereira's contract option for 2026 was picked up, Austin announced.

Impact Pereira will be back in Austin in 2026 after his contract option was picked up. The midfielder has been a major part of the club ever since signing in 2021 and is showing no signs of slowing down. He topped 2,000 minutes last season, his fourth season in a row cresting that mark.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty Pereira scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 defeat versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Pereira converted a first-half stoppage time penalty Sunday in vain as Austin were defeated handedly by Los Angeles in a 4-1 rout. In addition to his goal contribution, the midfielder added three interceptions to the team's defensive effort across his 90 minutes of play. Pereira ends the season with five total goal contributions, matching his output from 2024 and 2023.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy as a starter Pereira had three off-target shots, created two chances, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 3-1 loss against St. Louis.

Impact Pereira returned to the lineup after coming off the bench in back-to-back matches. The midfielder's stat line was far from being eye-popping but at least he was able to show what he can do for an offense, which could lead him to have more starts during the upcoming playoffs.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assist off bench Pereira assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Unfortunately for Pereira, his last two appearances were off Austin FC's bench. Despite the demotion, Austin's latest result and his recent assist can perhaps boost his role back up to starter.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Austin Pereira is back from international duty and is an option moving forward, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Pereira was with Venezuela over the break but is back with the team after he was left off the injury report. He is a regular starter for the club and will look to reclaim that spot, scoring one goal and two assists in 21 appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas takes draw streak into matchup with Austin

Dallas faces Austin after playing to a draw in three consecutive games

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Called up with Venezuela Pereira has been called up by Venezuela for international duty and will therefore miss Sunday's clash against Sporting Kansas City, according to the league.

Impact Pereira has been a regular starter in the midfield for Austin recently and will have to be replaced in the starting XI on Sunday against Sporting Kansas City due to his call-up for national team duty. Nicolas Dubersarsky will likely have a larger role in that match.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Pereira has served his one match suspension and is expected to be an option against San Jose on Saturday.

Impact Pereira is set to return to the starting XI in the defensive midfield for Austin after missing last match through suspension. He had started the last nine league games in a row, recording two assists in that span.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will serve suspension Pereira registered two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Pereira will serve his first suspension of the season after picking up his fifth yellow card in the last 18 matches. Since returning from his early season injury, he has started nine of the last MLS games played, recording two assists in that span.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Pereira made an assist, had one off-target shot and sent in three inaccurate crosses during Saturday's 4-2 win over D.C. United.

Impact Pereira was having a relatively quiet performance without a noteworthy contribution until the hour mark, when he assisted Osman Bukari for his team's third goal. The midfielder isn't exactly a stat-stuffer and is usually left out of fantasy teams but the two assists over the last six starts are a proof of his ability to unlock new levels of production if given the chance.

JULY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides first assist of season Pereira had an assist while taking an off target shot and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-0 win over Colorado.

Impact Pereira set up Mikkel Desler in the 6th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first this season and the first goal involvement since April 12th for the midfielder as he's combined for three shots, four chances created and four crosses over his last three appearances.

JUNE 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Wednesday Pereira (hip) is on the bench in the midweek match against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Pereira could be an option to replace Ilie Sanchez or Besard Sabovic in midfield in this game. The Venezuelan, who has missed five league contests since suffering the injury, is a source of all-around production but only occasionally reliable for direct contributions, having scored one goal in 10 matches played this season.

MAY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Pereira (hip) is questionable for Saturday's match against Minnesota.

Impact Pereira has been out of the club's last four outings but could be in for his return Saturday, with the midfielder having been upgraded to questionable. This is solid news, as he was a regular starter before his injury and will hope to return to that role immediately.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Austin looks to end road losing streak against Minnesota United

Austin hits the road against Minnesota United trying to break a three-game road losing streak

MAY 23, 2025 • Associated Press

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit Austin

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Austin after a two-goal performance against Los Angeles FC

MAY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Remains out Pereira (hip) is out for Wednesday's clash with Atlanta, per the Austin injury report.

Impact Pereira isn't an option for Wednesday's clash due to a hip issue. It's the same injury that kept him sidelined against Minnesota, and should keep Ilie Sanchez in the starting XI.

MAY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Austin looks to break losing streak in matchup with Atlanta United

Austin will try to break a three-game skid when it plays Atlanta United

MAY 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Pereira (hip) is out for Saturday's clash with Minnesota, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Pereira came off injured during a clash with Houston and is now on the injury report with a hip flexor injury. The midfielder will miss the clash with Minnesota and could be sidelined further. Ilie Sanchez will take on a starting role with Pereira sidelined.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early Saturday Pereira was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Houston due to injury.

Impact Pereira left the match in the 32nd minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Besard Sabovic. The extent of Pereira's injury should be determined ahead of next week's match against Minnestoa.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores last consolation in 5-1 loss Pereira scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Pereira scored the only Austin goal of the game in the 90th minute when his side were already 5-0 down. This was his first goal involvement of the season and came from his only shot of the match. He also created a chance during the game and attempted three crosses.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creative display in midfield Pereira had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 44th minu...

Impact Pereira had a decent showing against Portland in Austin's 1-0 loss to them on Saturday. In 90 minutes played, the Venezuelan international created two chances, accrued 0.30 expected assists, played eight passes into the final third, and put all seven of his long ball passes on target. Pereira had five goal contributions in last year's MLS season, so he will be looking to open his account on Sunday against Colorado.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new contract with Austin Pereira signed a new contract with Austin FC, the club announced Friday.

Impact Austin had already picked up the option on Pereira's contract, but they have still signed him to a new contract. Essentially, this new deal signs the Venezuela international for the entire 2025 MLS campaign with an option to keep him around for 2026. The midfielder was excellent in 2024, scoring once and adding four assists in 26 appearances (23 starts.) Pereira also played over 2,000 minutes for the third season in a row.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returning in 2025 Pereira's option for 2025 was picked up, Austin announced.

Impact Pereira will return to Austin as a crucial part of the midfield once more in 2025. The midfielder was excellent in 2024, scoring once and adding four assists in 26 appearances (23 starts.) Pereira also played over 2,000 minutes for the third season in a row.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play season finale Pereira won't play against Colorado on Oct. 19 due to a suspension.

Impact The central midfielder recorded his ninth yellow card of the season in the 2-1 loss to the Galaxy on Saturday, and that booking will earn him another ban. Austin are already eliminated from playoff contention, so Pereira will end the 2024 campaign with one goal, four assists, 27 tackles, 25 interceptions, 13 clearances and 38 crosses (16 accurate) in 26 appearances (23 starts).

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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