Ilie Sanchez calls to abolish ICE after Austin FC season finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Austin FC captain Ilie Sanchez voiced support for abolishing ICE following the team's 2-0 loss to Portland on November 7, 2026. In his remarks, Sanchez cited a divide between the club and its fans, emphasizing past success when there was strong support. His comments came amid ongoing tension after a fan's removal from Q2 Stadium for wearing an 'Abolish ICE' shirt. Sanchez, who is likely to become a free agent, reflected on his time with the club in the past tense, as Austin FC faces decisions on player contracts for next season.
- •Ilie Sanchez expressed support for abolishing ICE during post-match comments.
- •Austin FC lost 2-0 to Portland on November 7, 2026, in their season finale.
- •Sanchez noted the importance of fan support for club success.
- •Tensions arose after a fan was removed for wearing an ICE protest shirt.
- •Sanchez is likely to enter free agency this winter.
- 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — 'Abolish ICE': Austin FC captain, citing rift with fans, makes bold proclamation
"Ilie Sanchez said he is in favor of abolishing ICE. He added Austin FC was "unstoppable" when it had the support of fans, some of whom who oppose the agency.
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