Jon Bell
ATX
Center Back
Left Back
Controlled Center Back
Aug 26, 1997 (29)
Left
5'11"
165 lb
Picks up abdominal issue
Bell is out for Saturday's match at Sporting Kansas City because of a lower abdomen problem, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Bell has been a flexible piece for Austin, shuttling between central and left-sided defensive roles, and he already missed a match earlier this season with a pubis problem. This new abdominal designation points to another stretch of uncertainty heading into the final stages of the campaign. The club will have to rearrange its shape again with its playoff hopes on the line, potentially turning to a back three formed by Guilherme Biro, Oleksandr Svatok and Brendan Hines-Ike.
Provides first assist of season
Bell assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against San Diego FC.
Analysis: Bell delivered the cross that Christian Ramirez headed home for Austin's second goal, cutting the deficit to one in the 82nd minute. The assist was his first of the campaign and gave him his third goal contribution of the season. Bell has totaled two goals and one assist across 21 MLS appearances, including 12 starts.
Unused sub in return
Bell (pelvis) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 6-5 penalty shootout Leagues Cup win over Club America, confirming he is back fit, according to the club.
Analysis: Bell had been dealing with a pubis injury, an uncommon designation involving the pubic symphysis that can be stubborn if not managed carefully. His inclusion in the matchday squad now confirms he has recovered, giving Austin FC back a versatile option capable of covering multiple positions.
Out with pubis injury
Bell is out for Wednesday's match against Seattle as he deals with a pubis injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Bell is a versatile defender and midfielder who has been covering multiple positions across Austin's lineup, and a pubic injury is an uncommon designation that typically involves the pubic symphysis and can be stubborn if not managed carefully. A likely fit-again Brendan Hines-Ike (hamstring) will likely fill Bell's role for the upcoming fixture. The specific nature of the injury and his recovery progress will determine the length of his absence.
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