Key points
1. Austin FC is favored to win the match against Minnesota United on February 25, 2024, with DraftKings Sportsbook, Oddspedia, and Sportskeeda predictions leaning in their favor.
2. Austin FC has shown a balanced performance, with 1.67 goals scored and conceded per game, needing to improve their defense for better results.
3. Minnesota United FC has struggled defensively, conceding over 2.8 goals per game, despite scoring an average of 2 goals per game.
4. Head-to-head stats between Austin FC and Minnesota United show Austin FC leading with 4 wins to Minnesota United's 3 in the 7 matches played, with an average of 2.29 goals per match.
Recent form
In their recent matches, Austin FC has shown a balanced performance with one win, three draws, and two losses. They have scored a total of 10 goals while also conceding 10, resulting in a goal difference of 0. With an average of 1.67 goals scored per game and 1.67 goals conceded per game, they have maintained a consistent attacking and defensive record. Their most notable result is a convincing 3-0 win against DC United, showcasing their ability to secure important victories. However, they will need to work on tightening up their defense to convert draws into wins and reduce losses in future fixtures.
W1 D3 L2
Goals scored: 10 (1.67 per game)
Goals conceded: 10 (1.67 per game)
Goal difference: 0
Points won: 6/18 (1 per game)
Both teams scored: 4 (67%)
In their recent Major League Soccer outings, Minnesota United FC faced a tough run, claiming only one win, one draw, and suffering four defeats. With a total of 12 goals scored but conceding a significant 17 goals, their goal difference was -5. The team averaged just over 2 goals scored per game, highlighting their attacking capabilities, but their defensive struggles were evident in conceding over 2.8 goals per game. With these results, they accrued 4 out of a possible 18 points, underlining the challenges they faced in this period.
W1 D1 L4
Goals scored: 12 (2 per game)
Goals conceded: 17 (2.83 per game)
Goal difference: -5
Points won: 4/18 (0.67 per game)
Both teams scored: 6 (100%)
Recent home/away form
In the recent string of home games, Austin FC displayed mixed results, securing two wins, one draw, and suffering three losses. The team showed prowess in front of goal, scoring a total of 12 goals but also conceding the same amount, resulting in a goal difference of 0. On average, Austin scored 2 goals per game while also conceding 2 goals per game. Despite their attacking capabilities, defensive vulnerabilities were apparent in their performances. The team earned seven points out of a possible 18, showcasing a somewhat inconsistent run at home recently.
W2 D1 L3
Goals scored: 12 (2 per game)
Goals conceded: 12 (2 per game)
Goal difference: 0
Points won: 7/18 (1.17 per game)
Both teams scored: 5 (83%)
Minnesota United FC had a mixed run in their recent away games in the Major League Soccer, securing two wins, one draw, and suffering three losses. They scored a total of 11 goals but conceded 13, resulting in a goal difference of -2. The team showed attacking prowess in some matches with big wins, such as a 3-0 victory against Houston Dynamo, but struggled defensively in games like the 1-5 defeat against Los Angeles FC. Despite picking up points in some fixtures, their overall performance suggests a need for improved consistency in both ends of the field to secure better results on the road.
W2 D1 L3
Goals scored: 11 (1.83 per game)
Goals conceded: 13 (2.17 per game)
Goal difference: -2
Points won: 7/18 (1.17 per game)
Both teams scored: 4 (67%)
Head-to-head
Based on the search results, the head-to-head stats between Austin FC and Minnesota United show that up to the date provided in the sources, both teams have met in 7 matches:
- Austin FC won 4 matches.
- Minnesota United won 3 matches.
- There were no draws.
On average, in these direct matches, both teams scored a combined 2.29 goals per match. A more recent match is scheduled for July 9, 2023, where Minnesota United ranks 11th and Austin FC ranks 12th in their respective league standings. Additionally, the upcoming match on July 25, 2024, suggests that Austin FC is favored to win with a 47.85% win probability.
To summarize:
- Total matches played: 7
- Austin FC wins: 4
- Minnesota United wins: 3
- Draws: 0
- Average goals per match: 2.29 (direct matches)