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Navarro scores 94th-minute penalty, lifts Colorado Rapids over Austin FC 1-0

Rafael Navarro converted a 94th-minute penalty to lift the Colorado Rapids to a 1-0 win over Austin FC on Saturday

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Two shots in loss Torres generated two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Houston Dynamo.

Impact Torres took a pair of shots and four corners during Saturday's loss. The winger was frustrated throughout the match, as was the rest of the Austin FC attack. He will hope he can turn this sort of volume into more substantial end product in the coming weeks. If he maintains this volume, goal contributions will follow.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Torres had seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Torres recorded the most crosses in the game, which resulted in two chances being created. Torres also contributed defensively with a tackle and had a productive outing before being replaced by Ervin Torres in the 83rd minute. Torres has started every single game this campaign and has also contributed to six goals, but has been without a goal involvement across the last four games.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Reserve player for Uruguay Torres has been called up by Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa as a reserve player following Giorgian De Arrascaeta's calf injury, with the Austin winger not part of the official squad...

Impact Torres is available as a precautionary option should Giorgian De Arrascaeta's condition worsen before the tournament begins, but his role at this stage is that of a standby player rather than a confirmed squad member. The wide forward will hope to be formally added to the squad if De Arrascaeta cannot prove his fitness in time, which would see him feature at his second World Cup with the Celeste.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for World Cup Torres has been called up by Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa as a replacement for the injured Giorgian De Arrascaeta, with the Austin winger set to feature at his second World Cup wit...

Impact Torres's inclusion is a significant boost for Uruguay's attacking options heading into the tournament, with the wide forward bringing pace, directness and the experience of having already featured at the highest level of international football. His call-up comes as a direct consequence of Giorgian De Arrascaeta's (calf) inability to recover in time, and manager Bielsa will be counting on Torres to provide an important attacking outlet for the Celeste throughout the competition.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

Main creator for Austin Torres took one shot (on goal), crossed six times (two accurate) and created three chances during Saturday's 3-0 loss to St. Louis.

Impact Torres was held off the scoresheet but was the main creator for Austin as he led his side in crosses and chances created during the defeat. The attacker has combined for three shots, five chances created and nine crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 14 • FOX SPORTS

Key assist in win Torres assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Torres assisted the match's final goal Sunday, helping Austin pull level in their 2-2 draw at Minnesota. Across his 90 minute shift, the attacker created three chances from two crosses (zero accurate) and three corners. Torres has been named to the starting XI in each of Austin's first 12 fixtures and played the full 90 minutes in eight of those appearances.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Strong service volume Torres had one shot (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory over St. Louis City SC.

Impact Even though Torres didn't log an assist, he had enough service to keep Austin in the hunt in the final third before the team eventually broke through. Torres' service volume will be important if Austin want to get goals on Minnesota United, one of the better defensive teams in the league to start this MLS season.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nelson and Uzuni convert in first half as Austin FC blanks Houston Dynamo 2-0

Jayden Nelson scored in the 13th minute, and Myrto Uzuni added a goal in first-half stoppage time as Austin FC beat the Houston Dynamo 2-0

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Facundo Torres: Back in MLS, learning from Bielsa & eyeing the World Cup | MLSSoccer.com Facundo Torres is too polite to roll his eyes. Yet you can hear it in his voice as the familiar, memorable childhood tale is brought up once...

APRIL 24 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nets equalizer on Saturday Torres scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Toronto FC.

Impact Torres netted the equalizer in the 70th minute assisted by Robert Taylor. Torres won seven duels and also made a clearance and a tackle. This was his first goal of the campaign and he is now up to four goal contributions in eight games.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Torres boosts World Cup push with first Austin FC goal | MLSSoccer.com Facundo Torres is off the mark for Austin FC.

APRIL 18 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kobe Franklin's first career goal helps Toronto pull out 3-3 draw with Austin

Defender Kobe Franklin scored his first career goal in the 88th minute to rally Toronto FC to a 3-3 draw with Austin FC

APRIL 18 • Associated Press

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APRIL 11 • FOX SPORTS

Delivers one assist Torres assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Torres had an active first-half performance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Inter Miami, providing the assist on the opening goal for Guilherme Biro while helping stretch the defense with his movement and runs in behind, adding two key passes and a season-high two interceptions. The Uruguayan is enjoying a strong start to the season, recording three assists and 16 key passes while handling a large share of set pieces.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

LAFC's Hugo Lloris posts record 5th straight shutout to begin season in scoreless draw with Austin

Hugo Lloris finished with two saves for Los Angeles FC in a record fifth straight shutout to begin a season, and Brad Stuver stopped the only shot he faced for Austin FC in a score...

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

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MARCH 22 • FOX SPORTS

Grabs assist in win Torres had one assist, created three chances and had four corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Salt Lake.

Impact Torres steady start to the season goes on. In four appearances the midfielder has two assists, four shots on target, 13 chances created and an MLS leading 24 corners. Up next for Torres and Austin is Los Angeles on Saturday.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses in home win Torres recorded two shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (six accurate) and 10 corners in Sunday's 1-0 win over D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th minute.

Impact Torres created five chances as his side won 1-0 against D.C. United. He has taken a total of 18 set pieces this season, with one other player taking one set piece this season. In the 2024 season, when Torres was last in the MLS, he scored 16 goals and provided three assists. He has already provided one assist so far this season.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener Saturday Torres assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Minnesota United.

Impact Torres assisted Austin's first goal of the 2026 season Saturday as he set up Brendan Hines-Ike's header in the 7th minute. It was an excellent way to start the campaign for Torres as he also recorded 10 crosses and created three chances in a highly productive performance on the attack. He'll look to keep rolling Sunday versus D.C. United.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Torres brings MLS-proven pedigree to Austin FC | MLSSoccer.com Facundo Torres knows lofty expectations await him as Austin FC’s newest Designated Player.

JANUARY 29 • MLSSOCCER.COM

MLS Transfers: Austin land Facundo Torres, Galaxy add João Klauss | MLSSoccer.com Your calendar eyes don’t deceive you: February looms, which means opening day 2026 is almost upon us.

JANUARY 28 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Austin signs Uruguay international winger Facundo Torres with designated player contract

Uruguay national team winger Facundo Torres has signed with Austin through 2030 as a designated player

JANUARY 23 • Associated Press

Joins Austin FC Torres is a new signing for Austin, arriving as a Designated Player through the 2029/30 season with an option for 2030/31 after leaving Brazilian squad Palmeiras, the club announce...

Impact Torres will likely boost his new team's attacking quality on the wings, challenging Robert Taylor and Jader Brian for playing time. The Uruguayan produced six goals and three assists throughout 29 appearances over his last season in Brazil, where he also averaged 1.1 shots and 1.2 chances created per game.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

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