Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Austin defeated Colorado Rapids 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by M. Desler 6′, Rafael Navarro 66′ (o.g.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids had 53% possession while Austin held 47%. Colorado Rapids had 16 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Austin. Expected goals: Colorado Rapids 2.33 — Austin 2.01. Colorado Rapids made 5 substitutions, Austin made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Colorado Rapids and Austin — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Colorado Rapids had 53% possession against Austin's 47%. Colorado Rapids registered 16 shots (5 on target) while Austin managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 11–3. Fouls committed: 4–11.
Lineups
Colorado Rapids lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Christopher Armas, while Austin deployed a 4-4-1-1 under Nicolás Estévez Martínez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids is 6.81, compared to 6.67 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. Colorado Rapids's highest-rated starter is Rafael Navarro (7.18), while Austin's best-rated player is B. Stuver (7.29).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Colorado Rapids have contributed 9 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Rafael Navarro (8G). Austin's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. Desler (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Colorado Rapids deploy 3 defenders rated 6.57 on average, against Austin's 4-man backline averaging 6.73. 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
Colorado Rapids field 6 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus Austin's 4 rated 6.53. 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
Colorado Rapids start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.18, compared to 2 for Austin averaging 6.48. 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 Colorado Rapids and 84% 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
Colorado Rapids's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 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 Colorado Rapids's starting XI is 24.4 (youngest: J. Atencio (23), oldest: R. Cannon (27)), while Austin average 28.1 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: B. Stuver (34)). 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
Colorado Rapids's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 10 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
Coach: Christopher Armas
Substitutes
Coach: Nicolás Estévez Martínez
Rivalry since 2021
Colorado Rapids vs Austin Head to Head Results· 10
Colorado Rapids and Austin have met 10 times — Colorado Rapids won 5, Austin won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Colorado Rapids leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 10 meetings. A combined 26 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.60 per match (15 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Colorado Rapids have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Austin show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026