Major League Soccer - USA
Mon, 17 August 2026 - 00:30 Stadium: Q2 Stadium
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Mon, 17 August 2026 - 00:30 Stadium: Q2 Stadium

Prediction: Austin vs FC Dallas Betting Tips

Match Preview & Betting Predictions

On August 17, the Major League Soccer fixture at Q2 Stadium sees Austin host FC Dallas. The match is finely balanced with FC Dallas holding a slight edge in recent form and head-to-head battles. Our prediction suggests an FC Dallas win or a draw, with bets on this angle offering good value based on recent data and injury impacts.

Austin vs FC Dallas Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

Free
Match Winner FC Dallas Tipstrike Odd: 2.95
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Double Chance FC Dallas or Draw Tipstrike Odd: 1.63
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Goals Over/Under 2.5 Over 2.5 goals Tipstrike Odd: 1.57

Major League Soccer Detailed Statistics

Standings
# Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
4 FC Dallas FC Dallas 26 12 8 6 49 42 7 44 D W W W D
11 Austin Austin 26 7 9 10 32 44 -12 30 D W D D W
Austin Team Logo Austin Stats
Austin Team Logo Austin
MP W D L
Overall 25 7 8 10
Home 12 4 5 3
Away 13 3 3 7
Austin Team Logo Austin
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 16% 64% 20%
Home 33% 58% 8%
Away 0% 69% 31%
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas Stats
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
MP W D L
Overall 25 12 7 6
Home 11 5 4 2
Away 14 7 3 4
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 16% 60% 24%
Home 9% 73% 18%
Away 21% 50% 29%
Under/Over: Goals Scored (Matches)
Over Under
Austin Team Logo Austin
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
Austin Team Logo Austin
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Under/Over: Goals Conceded (Matches)
Over Under
Austin Team Logo Austin
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
Austin Team Logo Austin
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Best Scoring Interval
Austin Team Logo Austin
0
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
0
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Most Conceded Interval
Austin Team Logo Austin
0
FC Dallas Team Logo FC Dallas
0
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Match Setup & Team News

The match at Q2 Stadium on August 17 features Austin hosting FC Dallas. Recent encounters have seen FC Dallas perform strongly, winning the last fixture 2-0. Injuries for Austin include key player M. Desler, while FC Dallas are missing Daniel and Geovane Jesus. Both teams aim to improve their league standing in this crucial fixture.

Team News & Injuries

Austin faces injury woes with M. Desler out due to Achilles Tendon Injury, impacting defensive stability. FC Dallas are missing Daniel (hamstring) and Geovane Jesus (knee), but have a strong squad to capitalize on Austin's defensive weaknesses. Both teams are missing key personnel, likely affecting their defensive setups.

Game Scenario Analysis

If Austin draws or wins the match, their chances from the betting data stand at 56%. FC Dallas has a solid 44% probability to win or draw, emphasizing a tight contest. Based on recent form and head-to-head trends, expect a competitive game possibly leaning towards a draw or narrow away win.

Tactical Betting Angle

FC Dallas's recent form shows resilience and an emphasis on attacking, with an average of 1.8 goals per game. Austin's defensive record suggests vulnerabilities, conceding an average of 2 goals in recent home matches. Expect FC Dallas to try to control possession and exploit Austin’s defensive gaps through quick counters.

FAQs

FC Dallas's recent strong performances and historical edge suggest they are likely to secure at least a draw, with a good chance to win.

Both teams have been involved in high-scoring encounters, but FC Dallas's recent away form indicates a possible narrow victory or draw.

Given the injury situation and recent form, a bet on FC Dallas to win or draw with a double chance offers value.

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