Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Austin defeated New York Red Bulls 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by Guilherme Biro 6′, B. Vazquez 23′ (o.g.), B. Vazquez 51′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Austin had 46% possession while New York Red Bulls held 54%. Austin had 6 shots (4 on target) compared to 15 (1 on target) for New York Red Bulls. Expected goals: Austin 1.25 — New York Red Bulls 1.09. Austin made 5 substitutions, New York Red Bulls made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Austin and New York Red Bulls — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Wolff
Own Goal
assist: O. Bukari
Match Statistics
Austin had 46% possession against New York Red Bulls's 54%. Austin registered 6 shots (4 on target) while New York Red Bulls managed 15 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 2–7. Fouls committed: 20–12.
Lineups
Austin lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Nicolás Estévez Martínez, while New York Red Bulls deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Sandro Schwarz.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Austin is 6.67, compared to 6.68 for New York Red Bulls. 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 New York Red Bulls's best-rated player is E. Forsberg (6.73).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Austin have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by M. Desler (1G). New York Red Bulls's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by E. M. Choupo-Moting (2G). 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 6.73 on average, against New York Red Bulls's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 6.53, versus New York Red Bulls's 5 rated 6.71. 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 6.48, compared to 1 for New York Red Bulls averaging 6.62. 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 84% for Austin and 89% for New York Red Bulls. 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 0 for New York Red Bulls. 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 28.1 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: B. Stuver (34)), while New York Red Bulls average 31.3 (youngest: C. Harper (24), oldest: E. M. Choupo-Moting (36)). 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 8 for New York Red Bulls. 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: Sandro Schwarz
Rivalry since 2022
Austin vs New York Red Bulls Head to Head Results· 3
Austin and New York Red Bulls have met 3 times — Austin won 0, New York Red Bulls won 1, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. New York Red Bulls leads the head-to-head with 1 victory from 3 meetings. A combined 15 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (7 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. New York Red Bulls are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Austin have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. New York Red Bulls show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026