Austin FC aims to bounce back in the decider against the Colorado Rapids

After a loss to Real Salt Lake before the international break, Austin FC looks to bounce back as they face the Colorado Rapids away from home. Sitting in 6th place in the Western Conference, Austin FC is above the playoff line and five points back of fourth place. A win would be essential to build some positive momentum ahead of their match with LAFC on Wednesday.

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Coach Josh Wolff relies on a talented roster, including Sebastián Driussi, who has been one of the team’s forwards. Alongside him, Diego Fagúndez and Emiliano Rigoni are key players in attack, providing creativity and finishing. The defense directed by Julio Cascante has also shown strength in the decisive moments.

The Colorado Rapids, on the other hand, are struggling, having not won in four games. The team’s last win was on May 15 against the Vancouver Whitecaps. These games have seen a lot of goals, with an average of 5.25 per game, showing a vulnerable defense that Austin FC can exploit.

During the international window, both teams had players called up for their national teams. For Colorado, Cole Bassett and Moïse Bombito were called up, along with goalkeeper Adam Beaudry. For Austin, Osman Bukari, Julio Cascante and Leo Väisänen represented their countries. This variety of international talent adds an extra layer of competition to the match.

For Austin FC, securing three points in Colorado will be crucial, especially with a stretch of three games in eight days. A win would not only boost the team’s confidence but also consolidate their position in the standings, strengthening their playoff ambitions.