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23 March 2025 at 20:00Q2 Stadium, Austin
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Referee: Filip Dujic

Match Summary

Austin defeated San Diego 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by B. Vazquez 10′, J. Gallagher 19′, L. de la Torre 27′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Austin had 24% possession while San Diego held 76%. Austin had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 17 (4 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: Austin 2.15 — San Diego 1.11. Austin made 5 substitutions, San Diego made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Austin and San Diego — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

Austin had 24% possession against San Diego's 76%. Austin registered 11 shots (5 on target) while San Diego managed 17 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–10. Fouls committed: 14–12.

Shots on Goal
5
4
Shots Off Goal
5
5
Total Shots
11
17
Blocked Shots
1
8
Shots inside the Box
8
13
Shots outside the Box
3
4
Fouls
14
12
Corner Kicks
4
10
Offsides
3
1
Ball Possession
24%
76%
Yellow Cards
2
3
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
3
3
Total Passes
231
740
Accurate Passes
170
677
Pass Accuracy
74%
91%
Expected Goals (xG)
2.15
1.11
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

Austin lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under Nicolás Estévez Martínez, while San Diego deployed a 4-3-3 under Michael Anthony Varas.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Austin is 6.63, compared to 7.03 for San Diego. 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 San Diego's best-rated player is A. Dreyer (7.62).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Austin have contributed 2 goals and 3 assists this season, led by B. Hines-Ike (1G). San Diego's starters account for 11 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by A. Dreyer (6G). 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 6.52 on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 6.80. 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 6.62, versus San Diego's 3 rated 7.04. 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 6.47, compared to 3 for San Diego averaging 7.37. 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 83% for Austin and 87% for San Diego. 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 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for San Diego. 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 28.0 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: I. Sanchez (35)), while San Diego average 24.9 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: J. Tverskov (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 10 league appearances each, versus 9 for San Diego. 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.

Austin4-3-1-24-3-3San Diego
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Stuver17Gallagh.4Hines-I.29Biro23Kolmanic14Sabovic6Sanchez8Pereira33Wolff9Vazquez21Rubio1Santos2Kumado97McVey25Pilcher27Bombino70Jr6Tverskov14Torre10Dreyer9Angel8Valakari

Substitutes

Coach: Nicolás Estévez Martínez

Substitutes

Coach: Michael Anthony Varas

AustinPosition StrengthSan Diego
6.63
Avg Rating
7.03
7.29Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.25
0G 0A0G 0A
6.52Defender (4 v 4)6.80
2G 2A2G 1A
6.62Midfielder (4 v 3)7.04
0G 1A0G 1A
6.47Forward (2 v 3)7.37
0G 0A9G 10A
Austin4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperB. Stuver7.3
17DefenderJ. Gallagher6.41A
4DefenderB. Hines-Ike6.91G
29DefenderGuilherme Biro6.51G1A
23DefenderZ. Kolmanic6.3
14MidfielderB. Sabovic6.4
6MidfielderI. Sanchez6.8
8MidfielderD. Pereira6.81A
33MidfielderO. Wolff6.5
9ForwardB. Vazquez6.5
21ForwardD. Rubio
San Diego4-3-3
1GoalkeeperC. J. dos Santos7.3
2DefenderW. Kumado6.8
97DefenderC. McVey6.81G
25DefenderI. Pilcher6.4
27DefenderL. Bombino7.11G1A
70MidfielderA. Alvarado Jr6.7
6MidfielderJ. Tverskov7.41A
14MidfielderL. de la Torre
10ForwardA. Dreyer7.66G7A
9ForwardT. Angel
8ForwardO. Valakari7.13G3A

Rivalry since 2025

Austin vs San Diego Head to Head Results· 2

Austin and San Diego have met 2 times — Austin won 0, San Diego won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Diego leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (0 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 game (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–0 in 2026.

0
wins
Drawn
0
·
Total goals
7 · 3.5/match
Both scored
0/2 · 0%
Over 2.5
1/2 · 50%

Recent Meetings

Match Details
Match Details
Highest-scoring game: 50 v 2026

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, Austin have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. San Diego show 1 win, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026