MLS news: Austin FC midfielder Owen Wolff questionable for first game

Austin FC may face the start of the 2026 MLS season without its top player from last year, Owen Wolff, who is questionable for the season opener on Feb. 21 against Minnesota United FC due to a sports hernia surgery. Coach Nico Estévez hopes Wolff will be close to recovery, but acknowledges he might miss a couple of games if not ready.