Myrto Uzuni
ATX
CF (LW)
Poacher
May 31, 1995 (31)
Right
5'10"
159 lb
AustinFires two shots
Uzuni took two off target shots and created a chance during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Dallas.
Analysis: Uzuni was held off the scoresheet finishing with the second most chances created and tying for the team-high in shots Sunday. The forward has combined for five shots, two chances created and a cross over his last three appearances but hasn't scored a goal since May.
Comes up empty
Uzuni generated three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Colorado Rapids. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 93rd minute.
Analysis: Uzuni, who is Austin's leading scorer this season, only managed to take three shots and got one on target. He was non-existent in the offense but has a good opportunity to rebound in two weeks against FC Dallas. The side has allowed 25 goals in 18 MLS games.
Nets on Wednesday
Uzuni scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 88th minute.
Analysis: Uzuni netted in the 86th minute, assisted by Ervin Torres. Uzuni missed a good chance in the 34th minute and won four ground duels. He has now netted four times in his last six appearances and is up to six goals for the campaign.
Available and ready to return
Uzuni (lower body) is available and ready to play Wednesday against Seattle, according to Colby Gordon of The Austin American-Statesman.
Analysis: Uzuni missed Austin's final match before the World Cup break, but the forward used the break to recover and will be able to reclaim his place in the starting XI for this upcoming contest. Uzuni has been one of Austin's best players in the 2026 season, notching five goals across 13 starts.
Out Saturday
Uzuni (lower body) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against St. Louis City.
Analysis: Uzuni has been unable to overcome the lower body injury that had left him questionable heading into the final game before the World Cup break, representing a big loss for Austin's front line at an inopportune moment in the campaign. The striker has produced five goals in MLS action this season, leading the squad in that category, and his absence brings an end to a five-game starting run. His situation will be monitored closely during the World Cup break as Austin hope the issue does not prove to be a significant setback heading into the second half of the season.
Doubtful with lower body issue
Uzuni is questionable for Saturday's trip to St. Louis City as he deals with a lower body injury, the team reported Friday.
Analysis: Uzuni could be a big loss for Austin's front line if this problem prevents him from playing in the final game before the World Cup break. The striker has produced five goals in MLS action this season, leading the squad in that category. A serious issue would interrupt his five-game starting run while leading to a chance for CJ Fodrey or the recently recovered Brandon Vazquez to join Christian Ramirez up front.
Converts penalty
Uzuni scored one goal to go with seven shots (four on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Minnesota United.
Analysis: Uzuni converted a first half penalty Sunday in Austin's 2-2 stalemate versus Minnesota. The forward led the team with seven shot attempts (four on goal) en route to scoring in his third successive appearance (third start). Over his last five appearances (five starts), Uzuni has scored four times from 21 shots (10 on goal) and played the full 90 minutes three times.
Scores in win
Uzuni scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus St. Louis City SC.
Analysis: Uzuni added a late insurance goal for Austin on Sunday and he was efficient with his shots, putting three of his four attempts on target. He'll need to be this clinical to get past Minnesota United, a side which has limited opponents to 16 goals in 11 MLS games.
In starting XI Saturday
Uzuni (ankle) has made the starting lineup for Saturday's meeting with Houston Dynamo.
Analysis: Uzuni has made a quick recovery from the issue that forced him to miss the last matchup versus San Jose, and he's back in his usual spot in the front line. Prior to the injury, he scored two goals over eight starts in the 2026 MLS season. His return will push CJ Fodrey back to a substitute role.
Doubtful due to ankle injury
Uzuni has been listed as questionable on the team's availability report for Wednesday's visit to San Jose while he recovers from an ankle problem.
Analysis: Uzuni is one of Austin's top offensive threats, currently tied with Jonathan Bell and Christian Ramirez as the only players on the squad with multiple goals in the 2026 MLS campaign. Therefore, the striker's absence would be a huge blow to a team that would have to resort to CJ Fodrey instead, or give Facundo Torres increased attacking responsibilities as a lone center-forward.
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