Austin Anthem

The One Where They Make Tifos

Austin FC supporters have turned Q2 stadium into one of the best environments in Major League Soccer. One way they show their support of the team on game day is through elaborate fan displays, called tifos. These giant banners are displayed for a couple of minutes right before kickoff, but each one takes hundreds of people and weeks to make, and is one of the best ways to get involved in supporting the team.

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The One With The Heartbeat

Austin FC home games can’t be complete without the pre-game heartbeat tradition. It’s become so iconic that the club used the heartbeat as inspiration for their new home jersey for this year. Hear about the origins of the tradition, the relationship between the teams front office and its supporters, and the role of a former Austin FC captain in the genesis of the tradition.