Austin FC and their weird road to the Major League

"Austin is a thriving metropolitan city – the personification of what we mean when we say [the Major League] is a 'League for a new America,'" said Commissioner Don Garber said in a league release.

"We are extremely proud to be the first major professional sports league to become part of the culture of this historic American city. In their support of a world-class soccer stadium that benefits everyone, the leadership of the City of Austin has shown tremendous faith in our league and game, and Anthony Precourt has paved the way for Austin FC to have great success on and off the field."

"To the people of Austin and the surrounding community, welcome to" the Major League.

So, Austin FC is official. But how did we get here?

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