OSMAN BUKARI NEWS

Makes 28 starts Bukari recorded 28 starts in 34 appearances during the 2025 Season, including the playoffs, for Austin.

Impact Bukari wrapped up his first full season with Austin after joining in late 2024. It was a solid year for the midfielder, with three goals and three assists, 77 crosses (15 accurate), 37 chances created, and 42 shots (21 on target). Staying injury-free, he's poised to remain a key attacking option for the team heading into the 2026 season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starts Wednesday Bukari (quadriceps) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's clash against Los Angeles FC.

Impact Bukari has regained enough fitness to return to the field for the playoffs, taking the right-wing spot away from Robert Taylor. The Ghanaian will be looking to add to his three goals and three assists in 33 MLS games played this year, although he could struggle with his side facing a difficult opponent.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Bukari (quad) is questionable for Saturday's clash with San Jose, per the Austin injury report.

Impact Bukari is a doubt for Saturday's clash due to a quad injury. The forward would be a tremendous blow with Diego Rubio (hamstring) ruled out already. Bukari started the last two matches with Rubio unable to go and would start on Decision Day if deemed fit.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas takes draw streak into matchup with Austin

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

SEPTEMBER 12 • Associated Press

Scores opener in win Bukari scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Bukari scored the opener in the 12th minute with his third goal in the season. The midfielder had a pretty quiet outing after that, though. That was his 23rd start in 27 overall appearances.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

4 takeaways from Austin FC's 3-1 win over San Jose Osman Bukari and Myrto Uzuni scored as Austin FC defeated the San Jose Earthquakes 3-1 at Q2 Stadium in a key match for the MLS playoffs.

AUGUST 31 • STATESMAN.COM

Osman Bukari and Myrto Uzuni spark Austin to 3-1 victory over Earthquakes

Osman Bukari and Myrto Uzuni scored first-half goals to lead Austin FC to a 3-1 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

Active display in draw Bukari had three off-target shots, created one chance and sent in three crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Dallas.

Impact Bukari didn't score or assist this time but was still productive from the right flank, being involved in multiple dangerous plays. Two goals and three assists over 25 appearances doesn't scream fantasy stud but the winger has been showing an ability to contribute in many different ways. If he can finally start putting it all together in games, his stock will definitely skyrocket.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Owen Wolff's second-half goal helps Austin up unbeaten streak to six in 1-1 draw with Dallas

Owen Wolff scored early in the second half to help Austin FC up its unbeaten streak to six with a 1-1 draw against FC Dallas

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Credited with assist in draw Bukari assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Houston Dynamo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th mi...

Impact Bukari set up Austin's second goal with a perfect cross that was nodded home by Guilherme Biro. However, the most impressive part of the assist was not the cross itself, but the spectacular dribbling that allowed Bukari to keep the play alive. Bukari has been a regular for Austin despite notching only five goal contributions this season (two goals, three assists). However, the fact that he's cracked the scoresheet in back-to-back games suggests he might be setting himself up for a strong finish to the campaign.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over D.C. Bukari scored a goal off his lone shot, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and made three tackles (two won) during Saturday's 4-2 win over D.C. United.

Impact Bukari was decisive for his side to win all three points as he initiated the play that led to his team's second goal just before halftime and then found the back of the net himself with a classy finish at the hour mark. This was the winger's first goal since opening matchday and he'll hope to start getting involved on more goals to help Austin on their fight for a playoff spot.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Uzuni and Wolff score goals, Austin's 4-2 win extends DC United's winless streak to 8

Myrto Uzuni and Owen Wollf each scored a first-half goal to help Austin FC beat D

JULY 27 • Associated Press

Assists with lone chance created Bukari had an assist with his lone chance created while taking one shot (on goal), crossing once accurately and making four tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 2-1 win over New...

Impact Bukari set up Brandon Vazquez in the 51st minute assisting the game winning goal while leading Austin with four tackles. The assist was the first goal involvement since March for Bukari who has combined for two shots, five chances created, eight crosses and nine tackles over his last three appearances.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Kolmanič goal levels score and Austin FC forges 1-1 tie against Minnesota United FC

Žan Kolmanič scored the game-tying goal at 27 minutes and Austin FC remained unbeaten its last four contests and salvaged a 1-1 tie against Minnesota United FC

MAY 25 • Associated Press

Busy in draw Bukari registered three shots (two on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Bukari was all-action throughout Saturday's draw, coming so close to breaking the deadlock himself as well as setting up a pair of goals. It was an excellent match for the winger, who acquitted himself well against the top team in the conference. Bukari will continue to be a major part of the starting XI moving forward.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Takaoka's effort in net helps Vancouver Whitecaps salvage scoreless draw against Austin FC

Vancouver keeper Yohei Takaoka posted five saves and recorded his sixth MLS shutout of the season helping the Vancouver Whitecaps earn a scoreless draw against Austin FC

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Three shots Wednesday Bukari generated three shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Atlanta United.

Impact Bukari was back in the starting XI after seeing a bench role last match, seeing 79 minutes of work in the draw. He would see a decent effort, notching a chance created, two crosses and three shots. However, it has now been over a month and a half since his last goal contribution.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scintillating assist Bukari was injured and subbed out in the 66th minute of Sunday's 1-0 win against St. Louis City SC. He assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) an...

Impact Bukari skipped down the right flank before leaving his marker behind and supplying the service for Austin FC's lone goal Sunday in their 1-0 victory over St. Louis City SC. The wide-midfielder added one tackle (one won) to the team's clean sheet effort over his 66 minuets of play. Bukari has now scored once and assisted once over six appearances (five starts).

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Disappears in defeat Bukari had two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Portland Timbers.

Impact Bukari had very little impact in Austin's 1-0 defeat to Portland over the weekend. In 82 minutes played, the left midfielder put both of his shots off target, created one chance, completed just one of his three dribble attempts, and made only one pass into the final third. Bukari did score in Austin's opening match of the season against Kansas City, so hopefully he can recapture that form this Sunday against Colorado.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner in debut Bukari scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Bukari scored the game-winner in the 76th minute with his first goal in the season, already matching his mark from 2024. He also co-led Austin in shots during the match. To complete his good debut, the forward sent in the second-most crosses for his side.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Osman Bukari, Brad Stuver lead Austin to 1-0 victory over Sporting KC in season opener

Osman Bukari scored late in the second half and Brad Stuver made it stand up in his 81st consecutive start in goal to lead Austin FC to a 1-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City in a...

FEBRUARY 23 • Associated Press

Austin FC edge Sporting KC 1-0 on Osman Bukari goal Osman Bukari scored off a corner kick in the 77th minute and Austin FC opened its fifth MLS season with a 1-0 victory over visiting Sporting...

FEBRUARY 23 • THESTATE.COM

Nine starts for ATX Bukari made eight starts in nine MLS appearances for the 2024 season.

Impact Bukari joined Austin from Red Star Belgrade midseason as a Designated Player, adjusting well in the league in a short amount of time. He recorded eight starts in nine appearances, logging in a goal and two assists while collecting 22 crosses (five accurate). The midfielder will return for 2025 as he is guaranteed until 2027.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in 45 minutes Bukari had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing five times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to LA Galaxy.

Impact Bukari entered the match at halftime, setting up Sebastian Driussi in the 55th minute to assist Austin's lone goal of the match. The match broke a streak of eight straight starts for Bukari who has combined for four chances created, nine crosses and just Saturday's goal involvement over his last three appearances.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener Wednesday Bukari assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Bukari recorded his first assist for Austin FC Wednesday as he set up Jader Obrian's goal just before the halftime whistle. It was one of the season-high four chances he created, and he also recorded three crosses for the third time this season. He was subbed off early once again, this time in the 82nd minute for Ethan Finlay.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE