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Seattle Sounders FC face Austin FC at Lumen Field, Seattle on Thursday, Aug 20 at 3:30 AM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the MLS, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.
Seattle Sounders FC come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). Austin FC travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.
History strongly favours Seattle Sounders FC here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against Austin FC, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Seattle Sounders FC won 1–2.
Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Seattle Sounders FC a slight edge, but Austin FC are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.