ALEXANDER RING NEWS

Keeps clean sheet in win Ring made a block, four clearances and five interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory against CF Montreal. He also won two of four tackles in the match.

Impact Ring lined up in central defense on Saturday due to Julio Cascante's calf injury and Kipp Keller's disaster performance last weekend, and he helped keep a clean sheet against Montreal. New signing Amro Tarek would be a more natural replacement in the position once he gets up to speed with his new team, which would allow Ring to return to midfield in place of Owen Wolff.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance off bench Ring (undisclosed) subbed into Saturday's match agains St. Louis City SC in the 75th minute, making an interception and creating a chance in the 3-2 defeat.

Impact Ring was only fit enough to start on the bench in the 2023 opener on Saturday while Owen Wolff got the nod alongside Daniel Pereira in defensive midfield. Ring will hope to be fit enough to return to the XI by next weekend's clash against Montreal.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing in opener Ring (undisclosed) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against St. Louis City FC, Eric Goodman of The Austin Chronicle reports.

Impact It's unclear what happened with Ring, but his loss is a massive one for Austin. Owen Wolff is starting as his replacement in midfield alongside Dani Pereira, and Ring's next chance to play will come next Saturday against Montreal.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in playoff loss Ring took two shots and won four of seven tackles in the 3-0 defeat against LAFC in the Western Conference Final. He also made three clearances and an interception in the match.

Impact Ring was one of Austin's most important players during the club's stellar run in its sophomore season in MLS, as he tallied five goals, three assists and five clean sheets from 37 appearances (35 starts) in defensive midfield. The 31-year-old also set personal MLS records in shots (48), shots on target (18) and chances created (32).

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing at Vancouver Ring took one off-target shot, sent in one inaccurate cross and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss at Vancouver.

Impact Ring had a pretty quiet outing at Vancouver, and could not help them earn at least one point on the road. The midfielder also received his seventh yellow card of the season. He has four goals and three assists so far, but none in the last 10 appearances.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Ring is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against San Jose.

Impact Ring returns after being a doubt in the buildup to the match due to a back injury. The midfielder takes up a role in the center of the pitch for Saturday's MLS clash with the Earthquakes.

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Ring (back) is not listed in Austin's injury report for Saturday's clash against the Earthquakes.

Impact Ring picked up an apparent back injury in the second half of last weekend's win over Sporting KC, but it seems as though he has recovered and is expected to remain in the squad against San Jose on Saturday. He has started in all 23 of Austin's MLS matches this season.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, leaves with injury Ring scored a goal before leaving with an injury during Saturday's 2-0 win over Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Ring opened the scoring in the match with a goal in first half stoppage time, but left with an undisclosed injury in the 58th minute. The goal was the fourth of the season for the midfielder while his status for next week's match with San Jose is in doubt.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stuver perfect in net, Ring scores; Austin beats Sporting KC

Brad Stuver stopped the four shots he faced while Alexander Ring scored as Austin earned a 2-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City

JULY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Three interceptions Ring recorded three interceptions, two tackles and a clearance during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Dallas.

Impact Ring had a great defensive performance, highlighting another strong ability of the midfielder. With 26 clearances and 19 interceptions, Ring has proved his worth in the midfield by sharing both offensive and defensive skills during the 2022 season.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Third goal of season Ring scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating two chances during Tuesday's 3-1 win over Houston.

Impact Ring found the back of the net in the 70th minute scoring Austin's third and final goal. The goal was the third of the season for the midfielder as he finished with the second highest amount of shots and chances created on the team in the win.

JULY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy for win Ring had four tackles (two won), one clearance, and one interception in Thursday's 1-0 victory versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Ring had plenty to do behind the ball during Thursday's win as he helped shut down a disjointed Charlotte attack. The defensive midfielder has two goals and assists so far in 2022 but hasn't scored since early May. Fantasy consistency has been hard to come by for Ring, but he does fill the stat sheet defensively something that will be tested against Colorado next time out.

JULY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Salt Lake Ring scored a goal and made two clearances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Real Salt Lake. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Ring opened the scoring Saturday with his second goal of the season, but a red card to his defensive midfield partner Daniel Pereira early in the second half helped RSL mount a comeback and win the game. Ring will want to lead his side in a better defensive performance Wednesday against LAFC, which are top of the table in MLS at the moment and have scored 23 times in 11 matches.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 15, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Takes two shots in loss Ring took two shots and made two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against the Galaxy. He also won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Ring was solid on both sides of the ball on Sunday, but it wasn't enough to earn a result against a solid Los Angeles team. Next weekend he will face Real Salt Lake, which are fifth place in the Western Conference table.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Ring provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created two chances, made two tackles (one won) and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-0 win over Vancouver.

Impact Ring had a strong performance in the middle of the park, always going up the field to be involved in the build-up of plays and assisted Maximiliano Urruti for his side's second goal. This was the second assist of the season for the him and he'll try to keep it up during next Saturday's Texas derby against Houston.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Austin FC start second MLS season in style, host Sounders Sunday

Doug McIntyre breaks down the fast start by Austin FC and ponders a possible MLS winner in the CONCACAF Champions League.

MARCH 18, 2022

Records assist in win Ring assisted a goal in Sunday's 5-1 victory against Inter Miami.

Impact Ring wasn't too effective on Sunday until setting up an Ethan Finlay goal once the result over Miami was already sealed. He will want to be more impactful next weekend against the Timbers.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Cincinnati Ring scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created four chances and sent in two crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 5-0 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Ring was at the right place to double his side's lead in the 14th minute and then created a lot of opportunities for this teammates, but none of them have been converted into goals. The midfielder is always capable of contributing on both sides of the pitch and his MLS experience will be a huge asset for Austin this season as the franchise looks for an improved campaign after its inaugural season. Up next for him is Mar. 6 home match against Inter Miami.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Alexander Ring, Austin FC - 14th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Extends contract with Austin Ring has signed a two-year contract extension with Austin FC with the option to extend for an additional two years, the club announced Monday.

Impact Ring was one of Austin's best players during the expansion club's first season in MLS, and the 30-year-old has signed on with the club through 2023 at least.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in loss Ring made a block, four clearances and an interception in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Portland. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Ring played well individually in what was a disappointing first season for expansion side Austin FC, tallying four goals and three assists in 31 MLS games. He is a rock in defensive midfield and will want better team results in 2022.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Ring took a shot and assisted a goal in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against FC Dallas. He also made a clearance and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Ring set up Diego Fagundez's opener on Saturday, but he couldn't prevent Dallas' comeback, especially once Hector Jimenez was sent off in the second half. He has two assists in his last two games, but he might have a tougher time Wednesday against Sporting KC, which are leading the Western Conference through 32 games.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Second assist of season Ring had an assist while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating five chances during Sunday's 2-1 win over Houston.

Impact RIng set up Sebastian Driussi in first half stoppage time assisting what would end up being the game winning goal for Austin. The assist was the second of the season for the midfielder while his three shots and five chances created both finished as the second highest amounts on the team.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, gets sent off against San Jose Ring received a red card in the 65th minute of Saturday's defeat against the Earthquakes following a foul on Eric Remedi for his second booking of the match. He scored a goal and r...

Impact Ring had an excellent first half on Saturday, but then he got sent off and his side wasn't able to recover. He will be suspended for next weekend's clash against the Galaxy, meaning he will miss his first MLS match since June. Daniel Pereira could replace him in defensive midfield for the game.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE