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Austin vs Colorado Rapids

Q2 Stadium, Austin9 March 2025 at 01:30
Referee: Marcos de Oliveira

Match Events

Austin
Colorado Rapids
Kick Off
Half Time
Penalty cancelled52′
VAR
M. DeslerJ. Gallagher
60′
M. UzuniD. Rubio
71′
O. WolffJ. Obrian
71′
I. SanchezB. Sabovic
71′
71′
K. CabralO. Fernandez
75′
I. MurphyA. Rosa
76′
C. BassettC. Ronan
Guilherme BiroZ. Kolmanic
80′
83′
O. LarrazW. Frederick
Penalty cancelled90+5′
VAR
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
8Shots off Goal3
20Total Shots6
7Blocked Shots0
14Shots insidebox3
6Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls9
7Corner Kicks3
1Offsides0
59%Ball Possession41%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
488Total passes346
410Passes accurate245
84%Passes %71%
1.36expected_goals0.81
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Austin is 6.79, compared to 6.87 for Colorado Rapids. 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. Austin's highest-rated starter is B. Stuver (7.44), while Colorado Rapids's best-rated player is Rafael Navarro (7.23).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Austin have contributed 7 goals and 1 assists this season, led by M. Uzuni (5G). Colorado Rapids's starters account for 9 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Rafael Navarro (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

Austin deploy 4 defenders rated 6.76 on average, against Colorado Rapids's 4-man backline averaging 6.76. 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

Austin field 4 midfielders averaging 6.67, versus Colorado Rapids's 3 rated 6.70. 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

Austin start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 3 for Colorado Rapids averaging 7.23. 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 85% for Austin and 88% for Colorado Rapids. 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

Austin's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Colorado Rapids. 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 Austin's starting XI is 28.9 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: I. Sanchez (35)), while Colorado Rapids average 27.0 (youngest: J. Atencio (23), oldest: K. Rosenberry (32)). 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

Austin's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 8 for Colorado Rapids. 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.

Austin4-4-24-3-3Colorado Rapids
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Stuver3Desler5Svatok4Hines-I.29Biro11Bukari8Pereira6Sanchez33Wolff9Vazquez10Uzuni1Steffen2Rosenbe.5Maxso6Awaziem19Murphy23Bassett12Atencio8Larraz91Cabral9Navarro10Mihailo.

Substitutes

Coach: Nicolás Estévez Martínez

Substitutes

Coach: Christopher Armas

AustinPosition StrengthColorado Rapids
6.79
Avg Rating
6.87
7.44Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.89
0G 0A0G 0A
6.76Defender (4 v 4)6.76
2G 0A1G 0A
6.67Midfielder (4 v 3)6.70
0G 1A1G 0A
6.71Forward (2 v 3)7.23
5G 0A7G 3A
Austin4-4-2
1GoalkeeperB. Stuver7.4
3DefenderM. Desler6.8
5DefenderO. Svatok6.8
4DefenderB. Hines-Ike6.91G
29DefenderGuilherme Biro6.51G
11MidfielderO. Bukari
8MidfielderD. Pereira6.91A
6MidfielderI. Sanchez6.7
33MidfielderO. Wolff6.4
9ForwardB. Vazquez6.5
10ForwardM. Uzuni6.95G
Colorado Rapids4-3-3
1GoalkeeperZ. Steffen6.9
2DefenderK. Rosenberry6.81G
5DefenderA. Maxso
6DefenderC. Awaziem
19DefenderI. Murphy6.7
23MidfielderC. Bassett
12MidfielderJ. Atencio6.71G
8MidfielderO. Larraz
91ForwardK. Cabral
9ForwardRafael Navarro7.27G3A
10ForwardD. Mihailovic

Match Summary

Colorado Rapids defeated Austin 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by Rafael Navarro 18′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Austin had 59% possession while Colorado Rapids held 41%. Austin had 20 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Colorado Rapids. Expected goals: Austin 1.36 — Colorado Rapids 0.81. Austin made 5 substitutions, Colorado Rapids made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Myrto Uzuni 52′), Penalty cancelled (Diego Rubio 90′).

Rivalry since 2021

Austin vs Colorado Rapids Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Austin
4
wins
Drawn
2
Colorado Rapids
4
wins
Total goals
27 · 2.7/match
Both scored
5/10 · 50%
Over 2.5
4/10 · 40%

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