• Austin FC's recent form: 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses in last 6 games • Austin FC struggles to score consistently, averaging 1 goal per game • Austin FC's recent matches feature under 2.5 goals 83% of the time • Houston Dynamo unbeaten in 5 of last 6 games with strong offensive performance • Houston Dynamo average 2.5 goals per game in last 6 away matches • Houston Dynamo on a 3-game winning streak on the road
Austin FC's recent form has been inconsistent, with their last six games resulting in two wins, one draw, and three losses. The team has struggled to find consistent scoring, netting only six goals in these matches, averaging just one goal per game. Defensively, they've conceded the same number of goals, maintaining a neutral goal difference. A notable trend is the low-scoring nature of their recent matches, with 83% of games featuring under 2.5 goals. This defensive solidity is further evidenced by their two clean sheets in this period. Their most recent game, a 1-1 draw against Los Angeles FC, broke a two-game losing streak in Major League Soccer. Despite their mixed form, Austin FC currently sits in a respectable 11th position in the league table with 34 points from 28 games.
Houston Dynamo
The Houston Dynamo have shown resilient form in their recent matches, remaining unbeaten in five of their last six games across all competitions. Their offensive performance has been particularly noteworthy, with a high-scoring 4-1 victory against Real Salt Lake standing out. Defensively, the team has been solid, conceding only 0.83 goals per game in their last six matches and keeping two clean sheets. The Dynamo's ability to grind out results is evident in their three draws during this period, including a goalless stalemate against Los Angeles FC. Their current 7th position in the league, with 44 points from 28 games, reflects their consistent performance. Interestingly, 67% of their recent matches have seen under 2.5 goals, indicating a trend towards tighter, lower-scoring games.
Austin FC's recent home form has been inconsistent, with a concerning trend of struggling to secure victories at their own stadium. In their last six home matches, they've managed only one win, alongside two draws and three losses. Notably, the team is experiencing a current run of three games without a win at home, which includes two losses and a draw. Goal-scoring has been a challenge for Austin FC, averaging less than a goal per game in this stretch, while they've been conceding at a higher rate of 1.33 goals per game. The team has failed to keep a clean sheet in any of these six matches, and two-thirds of their games have seen under 2.5 total goals, indicating relatively low-scoring affairs. While there haven't been any particularly high-scoring games, the 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC stands out as the highest-scoring match in this period.
Houston Dynamo
The Houston Dynamo have been in impressive form away from home, showcasing a strong offensive output with an average of 2.5 goals scored per game in their last six matches. They are currently on a three-game winning streak on the road, which is noteworthy. The team has been involved in several high-scoring affairs, including a thrilling 4-3 victory against Vancouver Whitecaps and a commanding 4-1 win over DC United. Their ability to find the back of the net is evident, with both teams scoring in 67% of these games and over 2.5 goals being scored in 67% of the matches. Despite conceding in most games, Houston has managed to outscore their opponents, maintaining a positive goal difference of 6 across these six away fixtures. This attacking prowess, combined with their recent winning streak, suggests that the Dynamo are a formidable force on the road.