ETHAN FINLAY NEWS

Scores equalizer Saturday Finlay scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Finlay evened things up in the 91st minute with a well-placed header, although to be fair, he had acres of space inside the box following a perfect cross from Zan Kolmanic. Finlay was unable to nail down a regular starting role for Austin, and that limited his fantasy upside throughout the year. He was part of the XI in just eight of his 22 appearances, and this goal in the season finale was his first strike of the campaign.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Finlay, Brendan Hines-Ike score second-half stoppage-time goals as Austin stuns Rapids 3-2

Ethan Finlay and defender Brendan Hines-Ike scored two minutes apart during second-half stoppage time and Austin FC stunned the playoff-bound Colorado Rapids 3-2

OCTOBER 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Busy off bench Finlay had five crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Finlay was back in action Saturday following his hamstring injury. He recorded five crosses in 33 minutes of play off the bench, which is a season high for the midfielder. He continues to be out of favor to start for Austin, with Kadar Obrain and Owen Wolff getting the call in the attacking midfield for the team.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Finlay (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Colorado.

Impact Finlay is back on the bench for Saturday's clash after overcoming a minor hamstring issue. Even when fully fit the midfielder has struggled for starts and likely wouldn't be a major contributor to the first team. Still if he's back fit he should offer something late off the bench.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring issue Finlay is questionable for Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake due to a hamstring issue.

Impact Finlay is once again on the injury list, this time due to a hamstring issue. Luckily for the club, he has only started a couple of times all season, so if he is left out, it shouldn't be the biggest loss.

MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes Finlay recorded six passes in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Finlay continues to be a bench option with his last start coming back on April 21. He's started four times in 10 appearances, logging in just eight tackles (four won) and five clearances.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against San Jose Finley (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's match against San Jose.

Impact Finley is back on the bench after picking up a hamstring knock. He's missed a few matches already with injuries, starting four times in nine appearances this season.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Finlay is questionable for Saturday's game against San Jose due to a hamstring injury.

Impact Finlay played 25 minutes off the bench last week against Sporting KC, but it seems he's not completely recovered since he's been included in the injury report once again. Either way, his potential absence shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions, as he's made just four starts all season long.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Pens extension Finlay has agreed to a new one year contract extension, with a club option for the 2025 season with Austin FC.

Impact Finlay first joined Austin in 2022, playing already in two seasons with the side. In 2023, he started 20 of the 34 matches played while totaling five goals and three assists with 47 crosses (seven accurate) and 28 tackles (15 won). He has been able to keep his starting midfielder role for most of the season, though has runs of inconsistency that affected his playing time.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Austin FC sign veteran M Ethan Finlay to extension Aug 26, 2023; Frisco, Texas, USA; Austin FC midfielder Ethan Finlay (13) in action during the game between FC Dallas and Austin FC at Toyota...

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Austin FC sign veteran M Ethan Finlay to extension Aug 26, 2023; Frisco, Texas, USA; Austin FC midfielder Ethan Finlay (13) in action during the game between FC Dallas and Austin FC at Toyota...

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Austin FC sign Ethan Finlay to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Austin FC have signed midfielder Ethan Finlay to a contract extension through the 2024 MLS season with an...

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Starts, scores goal Finlay scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-3 draw against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Sunday marked Finlay's first start since Aug. 27. He did not disappoint, logging his first goal since July 16, right before the MLS' midsummer respite halted his positive momentum.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in two tackles Finlay had two tackles (zero won) during the 2-2 draw to New England on Sep 2.

Impact Finlay has been getting consistent starts of late, totaling eight starts in the last 10 matches. On the season, the midfielder has logged in four goals with three assists and is one goal away from matching his total from last season.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in win Finlay scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Finlay scored his fourth goal in his 13th start to continue a run of strong form. The midfielder now sits on eight goal contributions in 23 appearances and is on pace for a new career-high in goal contributions. Finlay has also created 11 chances and taken 19 shots in 2023.

JULY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in victory performance Finlay assisted once to go with one shot (not on-target), one cross (accurate) and created a chance in Sunday's 4-1 victory versus Minnesota United.

Impact Finlay played his part in a decisive victory on Saturday over the Loons. He delivered an assist to boast a contribution of two goals and two assists from his last four matches.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another goal Finlay scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and four crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 win against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Finlay finished June with a goal during each of his last two appearances. Having scored again, he is expected to enter July remaining a regular part of Austin FC's starting XI.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches goal and assist in win Finlay scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Thursday's 3-0 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Finlay was able to create FC Austin's first two goals of the match after scoring in the 17th minute and assisting in the 42nd minute. These were his first goal contributions since May when he also scored a goal and recorded an assist in the same game. The American got the start Wednesday after coming off the bench in the last two games and after having a great game against FC Dallas, he might of earned himself a spot in the starting 11 again.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finlay leads Austin to first victory over Dallas 3-0

Ethan Finlay had a goal and an assist to lead Austin FC to a 3-0 victory over FC Dallas after a thunderstorm delayed the start for more than two-and-a-half hours

JUNE 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Active as right winger Finlay recorded three shots (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Finlay couldn't find the back of the net in this loss, but he was a constant threat in the final meters due to his pace and skill on the wing. Finlay has gone two straight games without finding the back of the net, but he has earned three starts in a row and might find himself in the XI once again when Austin takes on Minnesota United on Wednesday.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists Finlay scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Finlay contributed to both goals Wednesday to help give the team the win. It was just first start since April 23, filling in the place for the injured Diego Fagundez (groin). In the last 10 matches, the midfielder has started four times while totaling 11 crosses (four accurate) and eight tackles (four won).

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finlay sparks Austin to 2-1 victory over Sounders

Ethan Finlay had a goal and an assist and Austin FC handed the Western Conference-leading Seattle Sounders their second straight loss at home with a 2-1 victory

MAY 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ethan Finlay leads Austin FC past West-leading Sounders Ethan Finlay had a goal and an assist to lead Austin FC to a 2-1 victory against the host Seattle Sounders on Wednesday night.

MAY 18, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Takes shot in start Finlay took a shot on target and made a clearance in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against the Galaxy. He also won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Finlay made his third start of the season on Saturday, this time lining up on the right wing. He should become a fixture in the XI for the next month while Diego Fagundez (groin) recovers from injury.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in draw Finlay subbed into Saturday's match against the Whitecaps in the 55th minute, taking two shots and making a clearance in the match.

Impact Finlay has featured in all seven of Austin's MLS matches this season with two starts on the left wing, and he replaced an injured Diego Fagundez (groin) early in the second half against Vancouver on Saturday.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE