Match Summary
San Diego defeated Austin 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. de la Torre 60′, M. Iloski 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. San Diego had 61% possession while Austin held 39%. San Diego had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Austin. Expected goals: San Diego 1.81 — Austin 0.25. San Diego made 3 substitutions, Austin made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego and Austin — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Dreyer
Match Statistics
San Diego had 61% possession against Austin's 39%. San Diego registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Austin managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 13–13.
Lineups
San Diego lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Michael Anthony Varas, while Austin deployed a 4-4-2 under Nicolás Estévez Martínez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego is 7.06, compared to 6.93 for Austin. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. San Diego's highest-rated starter is H. Lozano (7.33), while Austin's best-rated player is O. Wolff (7.25).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego have contributed 25 goals and 22 assists this season, led by H. Lozano (11G). Austin's starters account for 23 goals and 18 assists, spearheaded by O. Wolff (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
San Diego deploy 4 defenders rated 7.03 on average, against Austin's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
San Diego field 3 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus Austin's 4 rated 6.96. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
San Diego start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.23, compared to 2 for Austin averaging 6.88. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 59% for San Diego and 45% for Austin. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
San Diego's starters have collected 36 yellow cards this season, compared to 23 for Austin. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of San Diego's starting XI is 27.1 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)), while Austin average 25.2 (youngest: N. Dubersarsky (21), oldest: M. Uzuni (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
San Diego's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 28 for Austin. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Austin show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
San Diego and Austin have met 1 times — San Diego won 0, Austin won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Austin leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026