Austin FC midfielder Owen Wolff underwent successful sports hernia surgery on Tuesday and is expected to return to full fitness by mid-to-late February, the club announced Wednesday.
The procedure, performed on January 13, 2026, addressed an injury that had been affecting the midfielder’s availability. Wolff will begin his rehabilitation immediately at St. David’s Performance Center as he works toward rejoining the squad for the upcoming MLS season.
The timeline puts Wolff on track to potentially return before the start of the 2026 MLS campaign, which typically kicks off in late February. The recovery period of approximately four to six weeks is standard for sports hernia procedures, which involve repairing tears in the soft tissue of the lower abdomen or groin area.
Austin FC will monitor Wolff’s progress throughout the rehabilitation process as the team continues its preseason preparations. The Verde will look to build on their recent seasons as they aim for another playoff appearance in the increasingly competitive Western Conference.
”
}
“`
