Austin FC 0-1 Colorado Rapids

Current streaks

Recent form

Austin FC

Austin FC have shown mixed form in their recent outings, with a balanced record of three wins, one draw, and two losses in their last six matches. Despite being 7th in the league table, the team have managed to secure a respectable 3 points from their opening two Major League Soccer fixtures. Their goal-scoring prowess has been moderate, netting 7 goals across these games, averaging 1.17 goals per match, whilst maintaining a relatively solid defence, conceding just 0.83 goals per game. The team's ability to keep things tight at the back is further evidenced by their clean sheet against Sporting Kansas City. Interestingly, 67% of their recent matches have seen under 2.5 goals, suggesting a trend towards lower-scoring affairs. However, their 3-1 victory over Louisville City stands out as a more high-scoring encounter, demonstrating their potential to be prolific when the opportunity arises.

Colorado Rapids

The Colorado Rapids have shown mixed form in their recent matches, with a balanced record of two wins, three draws, and one loss in their last six games. Notably, their most recent match against FC Dallas was a high-scoring affair, ending in a 3-3 draw. The Rapids have been particularly strong at home, securing a win against Los Angeles FC in the CONCACAF Champions League and holding them to a goalless draw away in the league. Defensively, the team have been relatively solid, keeping two clean sheets and conceding an average of just one goal per game. However, their attacking output has been somewhat modest, scoring 1.17 goals per game on average. The Rapids' ability to grind out results is evident in their tendency for low-scoring matches, with 67% of their recent games featuring under 2.5 goals. Currently sitting 10th in the league table with two points from two games, the Rapids have shown resilience in avoiding consecutive losses, which could be crucial for their prospects as the season progresses.

Recent home/away form

Austin FC

Austin FC have been in scintillating form at home, boasting an impressive five-match winning streak that spans across friendlies and Major League Soccer fixtures. Their goal-scoring prowess has been particularly noteworthy, with the team netting 14 goals in their last six home matches, averaging a robust 2.33 goals per game. The Q2 Stadium has witnessed some high-scoring affairs, with 83% of these matches featuring over 2.5 goals, including a thrilling 3-2 victory against Colorado Rapids. Defensively, Austin have been relatively solid, keeping two clean sheets and conceding just one goal per game on average. Their last home draw came against Real Salt Lake in a 2-2 result, but since then, they've been unbeatable on their own turf, suggesting a formidable home advantage as they progress through the season.

Colorado Rapids

Colorado Rapids have shown mixed form in their recent away fixtures, with a notable tendency to draw matches. The team's last six away games have resulted in one win, four draws, and one loss, indicating a degree of resilience on the road. Defensively, the Rapids have been relatively solid, conceding an average of 0.83 goals per game and keeping two clean sheets. However, their attacking output has been modest, scoring 1.17 goals per game. The majority of their away matches (67%) have featured under 2.5 goals, suggesting a cautious approach when playing away from home. Interestingly, the Rapids' sole victory in this run came in a friendly against CA La Paz, where they scored an impressive three goals without reply, marking their highest-scoring performance in the recent away fixtures.