Duel between Colorado Rapids x Austin FC is looking to be one of those spectacles where form goes out the window. Kicking off
Colorado Rapids’s been hot and cold, their performances fluctuating from brilliant to baffling. Meanwhile, Austin FC’s grinding through a tough stretch, their rearguard looking unstable.
Looking at past meetings, it’s a mixed bag. Colorado Rapids’s taken the advantage lately, but the game’s got a terrible memory.
For what it’s worth: Both sides’ve got holes. Colorado Rapids’s midfield’s off-rhythm, while Austin FC’s forwards needs a killer instinct.
In terms of the MLS, this matchup carries greater importance. The league’s battle for European places means every result is crucial, and both sides know a positive result here could change narratives in the rankings. Current performances in the MLS suggests neither side can afford lapses, making this encounter even more intriguing.
Still, there’s a vibe about this one—perhaps, it’s the matchup where a player steps up.
Bottom line: This isn't just another match—it's unmissable football with ramifications at both ends of the table. Tune in.Odds perspective:
If you’re putting money on this one, here’s the unvarnished truth.
Colorado Rapids at 190 to win feels a tad skinny given their inconsistencies in the MLS this term. Their underlying numbers suggest they’re due a regression — stats nerds would steer clear.
Austin FC’s inner__runner__2 line intrigues, especially if their center forward (CF) shakes off his cold streak.
The smart money’ll likely target the Draw 85 — these derbies often play out tight, and pressure can kill attacking flow.
Colorado Rapids: Nicolas Defreitas Hansen, Reggie Cannon, Andreas Maxso, Chidozie, Jackson Travis, Josh Atencio, Oliver Larraz, Ted Ku-DiPietro, Djordje Mihailovic, Bassett, Sam, Rafael Navarro
Austin FC: Brad Stuver, Mikkel Desler, Oleksandr Svatok, Brendan Hines-Ike, Guilherme Biro, Osman Bukari, Daniel Pereira, Besard Sabovic, Jon Gallagher, Owen Wolff, Brandon Vazquez
The latest head-to-head meetings of contenders in every tournament. Following this statistics we conclude that Colorado Rapids has historical advantage.
Over the last matches Colorado Rapids holds victories - 2, losses - 3 and draws - 0. Austin FC on the other hand ends the latest games with victories - 1, losses - 1 and draws - 3. Based on the games played we can assume that Austin FC at the moment is in better form, in comparison to Colorado Rapids.
Colorado Rapids: Portland Timbers – (Loss 2:1), Saint-Louis City – (Win 1:0), Real Salt Lake – (Win 1:0), San Diego Zest – (Loss 2:0), San Jose Earthquakes – (Loss 0:2).
Austin FC: San-Diego Zest – (Loss 2:0), Real Salt-Lake – (Draw 1:1), Minnesota United – (Draw 1:1), Houston Dynamo – (Win 3:1), Vancouver Whitecaps – (Draw 0:0).
