Vancouver Whitecaps vs Austin FC

Current streaks

Recent form

Vancouver Whitecaps

The Vancouver Whitecaps have shown mixed form in their recent matches, maintaining a respectable record of two wins, three draws, and one loss in their last six games. Despite sitting atop the league table with 16 points from seven matches, their goal-scoring prowess has been modest, averaging just 1.17 goals per game. Defensively, the Whitecaps have been solid, conceding only one goal per game on average and keeping three clean sheets in their last six outings. The team's matches have tended to be low-scoring affairs, with 67% of their recent games featuring under 2.5 goals. Notably, the Whitecaps have been involved in some tight contests, including a goalless draw against Toronto FC and a 2-2 thriller against Monterrey in the CONCACAF Champions League. Their most recent victory, a 2-0 win over Colorado Rapids, marks a return to winning ways after a brief winless run of three matches.

Austin FC

Austin FC have shown a mixed but generally positive form in their recent matches, currently sitting in 4th position with 13 points from 7 games. The team has demonstrated a remarkable defensive resilience, conceding only 3 goals in their last 6 matches and keeping 3 clean sheets. This defensive strength is further highlighted by the fact that 83% of their recent games have seen under 2.5 goals. Offensively, Austin FC have been somewhat less prolific, scoring 4 goals in 6 games, averaging 0.67 goals per match. Notably, the team has embarked on a three-match winning streak in their last four games, bouncing back impressively from two consecutive losses. While there haven't been any particularly high-scoring games, Austin FC's ability to grind out narrow victories, as evidenced by their 1-0 wins against St. Louis CITY and Los Angeles FC, suggests a team that knows how to manage tight contests effectively.

Recent home/away form

Vancouver Whitecaps

The Vancouver Whitecaps have shown solid form at home, with three wins, two draws, and only one loss in their last six matches at BC Place. Their defensive prowess is evident, having kept two clean sheets in this period, including a 2-0 victory against CF Montréal. The Whitecaps have been consistent in their scoring, netting at least one goal in each of these home fixtures. Notably, their most recent home match saw them return to winning ways with a 2-0 triumph over Colorado Rapids, following a defeat to Chicago Fire which was their only loss in this stretch. While there haven't been any particularly high-scoring affairs, the 3-1 loss to Chicago Fire was the most goal-laden game. The team's overall goal difference of +3 and their position at the top of the league table with 16 points from 7 games underscore their strong start to the season, especially considering their unbeaten record in CONCACAF Champions League home matches.

Austin FC

Austin FC's recent away form has shown a marked improvement, with the team securing back-to-back 1-0 victories in their last two Major League Soccer matches against St. Louis CITY and Los Angeles FC. These wins have come after a challenging period where they suffered three consecutive losses on the road. Notably, Austin FC have been involved in low-scoring affairs, with all six of their recent away games ending with under 2.5 goals. Their defensive performance has been particularly impressive, conceding only four goals in six matches and keeping two clean sheets. However, their attacking output remains a concern, having scored just three goals in this period, averaging a mere 0.5 goals per game. Despite their mixed results, Austin FC's ability to grind out narrow victories has contributed to their current 4th position in the league with 13 points from 7 games.