Austin FC II and Ventura County FC played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in MLS NEXT Pro on March 9, 2026. The match at Parmer Field saw the lead change hands twice, culminating in a late equalizer that secured a share of the points for the visitors. Austin FC II opened the scoring in the 25th minute with a well-worked team goal, only for Ventura County to reply with two quick goals either side of halftime to turn the match on its head. The home side pushed relentlessly and found their reward with a headed goal from a corner in the 88th minute. The match result sees both teams add a point to their early-season tally in what was a showcase of the attacking talent in the development league.