AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Law enforcement officials said Monday they are investigating allegations of misconduct by players at Austin FC's developmental youth academy, which resulted in players being expelled and the suspension of team activities for the affected age group. In a statement issued Friday, Austin FC Academy said it learned in December 2025 of allegations of "youth-on-youth" misconduct among a group of players and immediately reported it to Austin police, Major League Soccer and the U.S. Center for SafeSport. The academy's statement said it acted after hearing complaints from families, but it did not say what age group of players was involved. The academy has youth teams ranging from under-13 to under-19 that compete in MLS Next, and provides schooling for the players. The academy said the involved players were suspended and expelled, and activity for the affected academy age group was suspended.