Will a bit of rest be beneficial for Austin FC?

The Verde & Black enter Saturday’s road game against the Colorado Rapids on a full week off for the first time since April following a frenetic May that saw them play nine games in 28 days. It comes at a good time after a subpar showing in a 2-0 loss to San Diego last Saturday, giving it a chance to regroup and integrate players returning from injury.

Here’s what you need to know about the match as Austin FC (5-7-5, 20 points, 10th in West) starts the second half of MLS play:

Outside of Julio Cascante, Austin FC is healthy

Though Austin FC is in a good spot with its roster thanks to the return of right back Mikkel Desler, forward Robert Taylor and midfielder Dani Pereira over the last two weeks, Austin FC coach Nico Estévez said Thursday

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