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Jayden Nelson

AustinMLSData current as of September 12, 2026
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NationalityCanada
PositionForward
Age23 years
Height170 cm
Weight67 kg
Shirt number7

Jayden Nelson: season at a glance

Jayden Nelson represents Austin in MLS during the 2026 season. Across 13 appearances, the player has completed 549 minutes, scored 2 goals and recorded 0 assists.

The available attacking record adds Shots: 7, Shots on target: 2, Shot accuracy: 28.6%, Expected goals (xG): 1.68, and Non-penalty xG: 1.68.

The available defending record adds Tackles: 5, Interceptions: 2, Clearances: 4, and Duels won: 32.

The profile includes 15 verified recent appearances and compares the player's record across 2 seasons.

Season overview

13Appearances
549Minutes
2Goals
0Assists
6.65Average rating
2Goal involvements0.33 per 90

Playing time and performance

13Appearances
6Starts
549Minutes
0.33Goals per 90
0.00Assists per 90
6.65Average rating

Player strengths

See where this player stands out against others in the same position this season.

Average rating31 / 100

Below average

Goals / per 9089 / 100

Above average

Expected goals (xG) / per 9082 / 100

Above average

Shots / per 9067 / 100

Above average

Shots on target / per 9062 / 100

Around average

Shot conversion93 / 100

Above average

Assists / per 9049 / 100

Around average

Expected assists (xA) / per 9027 / 100

Below average

xG per shot
0.24
Starting rate
60%
Minutes per appearance
42.23
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Attacking

2Goals
7Shots1.39 per 90
2Shots on target0.40 per 90
28.6%Shot accuracy
28.6%Shot conversion
1.68Expected goals (xG)0.33 per 90
1.68Non-penalty xG0.33 per 90

Chance creation

0Assists0.00 per 90
0.48Expected assists (xA)0.10 per 90
5Key passes0.99 per 90
17Crosses3.37 per 90

Passing and possession

144Passes28.55 per 90
113Completed passes22.40 per 90
78.5%Pass completion
22Dribbles4.36 per 90
10Successful dribbles45.0%

Defending

5Tackles0.99 per 90
2Interceptions0.40 per 90
4Clearances0.79 per 90
32Duels won43.0%
5Aerial duels won0.0%

Discipline

2Yellow cards
0Red cards
12Fouls drawn
11Fouls committed
0Penalties scored
0Penalties missed

Recent appearances

MatchScoreRoleGoalsAssistsDiscipline
Bolton Wanderers - West Ham UnitedSep 08, 20262 : 3Substitute00-
Millwall - Bolton WanderersSep 05, 20264 : 0Substitute00-
Sheffield United - Bolton WanderersSep 01, 20263 : 2Substitute00-
Bolton Wanderers - Lincoln CityAug 29, 20260 : 1Substitute00-
Austin - Philadelphia UnionAug 23, 20261 : 1Substitute00-
Seattle Sounders - AustinAug 20, 20261 : 2Starter00-
Austin - FC DallasAug 17, 20261 : 2Substitute00-
Colorado Rapids - AustinAug 02, 20261 : 0Substitute00-
Houston Dynamo - AustinJul 26, 20263 : 0Substitute00-
Austin - Seattle SoundersJul 23, 20263 : 1Substitute00-
Canada - MoroccoJul 04, 20260 : 3Substitute00-
South Africa - CanadaJun 28, 20260 : 1Substitute00-
St. Louis City - AustinMay 23, 20263 : 0Substitute00-
Austin - Sporting KCMay 17, 20261 : 2Substitute00🟨 1-
Austin - Houston DynamoApr 26, 20262 : 0Starter10-

Career by season

SeasonLeagueAppearancesMinutesGoalsAssists
2026MLS1354920
2024Eliteserien1142711

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Frequently asked questions

Which team does Jayden Nelson play for?

Jayden Nelson is listed with Austin in MLS for the 2026 season.

How many goals and assists does Jayden Nelson have?

Jayden Nelson has 2 goals and 0 assists in 13 appearances during the 2026 season.

How many minutes has Jayden Nelson played?

The 2026 record contains 549 minutes across 13 appearances.

What statistics are available for Jayden Nelson?

The profile covers playing time, goals, assists, cards and, when recorded, xG, xA, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, goalkeeping and recent match logs.