"I've put more pressure on myself than anybody else," new Austin FC signing Brandon Vazquez says, as he returns to MLS.

Vazquez started his career in 2017 with Atlanta, spending three seasons there before being selected by Nashville in the MLS expansion draft, then being immediately traded to Cincinnati. He was with the USMNT in Austin in October for its training camp at Austin FC's training facility and 2-0 win over Panama at Q2 Stadium.

Austin FC acquired United States striker Brandon Vázquez from Liga MX CF Monterrey for a club-record transfer fee on Monday.

Austin FC has signed striker Brandon Vázquez for a club-record transfer fee, part of what could be a major overhaul for the team. Why it matters: Austin FC looks to reset in 2025 with a new coach and new offensive attack. The Verde and Black scored just 39 goals last season, the lowest in the Western Conference.

Austin FC have completed a deal for USMNT and Monterrey forward Brandon Vázquez, the club announced on Monday. Vázquez had 14 goals in 46 appearances for Monterrey after making the move down south, though his emergence came with Cincinnati where he scored 28 goals and provided 12 assists across two seasons in MLS.

Brandon Vazquez rejoined Major League Soccer on Monday when Austin announced it reached a transfer agreement to acquire the 26-year-old forward from Mexican club Monterrey.

Austin FC acquired U.S. striker Brandon Vazquez from Mexico's CF Monterrey for a club-record transfer fee on Monday.

After a disappointing 2024 campaign, Austin FC won’t look the same in 2025. Management decided changes needed to be made to the staff and roster. Josh Wolff, the first manager in club history, is out and Nico Estévez is in.