Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
St. Louis City defeated Austin 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by M. Hartel 28′, O. Svatok 36′, M. Hartel 45′, S. Becher 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Austin had 56% possession while St. Louis City held 44%. Austin had 15 shots (2 on target) compared to 23 (8 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Austin 0.98 — St. Louis City 2.70. Austin made 5 substitutions, St. Louis City made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Austin and St. Louis City — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Morales
assist: A. Morales
Match Statistics
Austin had 56% possession against St. Louis City's 44%. Austin registered 15 shots (2 on target) while St. Louis City managed 23 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 14–8.
Lineups
Austin lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Nicolás Estévez Martínez, while St. Louis City deployed a 4-2-3-1 under David Critchley.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Austin is 6.74, compared to 6.96 for St. Louis City. 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 (7.29), while St. Louis City's best-rated player is M. Hartel (7.39).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Austin have contributed 7 goals and 2 assists this season, led by M. Uzuni (5G). St. Louis City's starters account for 8 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by M. Hartel (3G). 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 6.69 on average, against St. Louis City's 4-man backline averaging 6.83. 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 3 midfielders averaging 6.66, versus St. Louis City's 5 rated 7.02. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.69, compared to 1 for St. Louis City averaging —. 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 82% for St. Louis City. 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 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for St. Louis City. 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 29.4 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: I. Sanchez (35)), while St. Louis City average 26.3 (youngest: F. Fall (21), oldest: R. Burki (35)). 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 11 league appearances each, versus 10 for St. Louis City. 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: Nicolás Estévez Martínez
Substitutes
Coach: David Critchley
Rivalry since 2023
Austin vs St. Louis City Head to Head Results· 8
Austin and St. Louis City have met 8 times — Austin won 2, St. Louis City won 5, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2023. St. Louis City leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 8 meetings. A combined 26 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.25 per match (10 for the home side, 16 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (38%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–3 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
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In their last 6 matches, Austin have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. St. Louis City show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026