Austin FC Star Sebastián Driussi Announces Devastating News: Injury Sidelines MVP Candidate for the Season
**Austin, TX** — Austin FC forward Sebastián Driussi has announced heartbreaking news to fans and teammates alike: he will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2024 Major League Soccer (MLS) season due to a significant knee injury. The Argentine international, who has been one of the league’s standout players this year, confirmed that he tore his ACL during the team’s recent match against LA Galaxy, forcing him to undergo surgery and begin an extensive rehabilitation process.
Driussi, 28, took to social media to share the devastating news, expressing both his personal disappointment and gratitude for the support he’s received. “This is not the news I ever wanted to share with you all,” Driussi wrote. “Unfortunately, I’ve suffered an ACL injury that will require surgery, and I will be out for the rest of the season. I’m heartbroken for myself, for my teammates, and for the fans, but I’m committed to coming back stronger. I’ll be with my team every step of the way as they push for the playoffs.”
The injury is a significant blow to Austin FC, as Driussi has been one of the team’s most valuable players, earning recognition as an MVP candidate. With 15 goals and 7 assists in 2024, Driussi has been instrumental in Austin’s attack, helping them remain in contention for a top playoff spot in the Western Conference.
Head Coach Josh Wolff expressed his support for Driussi, calling the injury a major setback. “Sebastián is not just an incredible player but a leader both on and off the field. We’ll rally around him and continue to fight for our goals this season. He’ll be missed, but we know he’ll be back stronger.”
As Austin FC faces the challenge of finishing the season without their star forward, the team will look to other players to step up in Driussi’s absence as they push toward the postseason.
