Menu

Toluca vs Colorado Rapids

Dick's Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, Colorado14 August 2024 at 03:00
Home

Toluca

12
Away

Colorado Rapids

Referee: W. López

Match Events

Toluca
Colorado Rapids
Kick Off
12′Đorđe Mihailović
Frankie Amaya41′
45′
Rafael Navarro

assist: S. Vines

Half Time
B. GarcíaJ. Gallardo
59′
J. MenesesA. Vega
60′
F. AmayaC. Baeza
69′
J. AnguloI. López
69′
70′
J. LewisC. Ronan
70′
C. HarrisO. Fernandez
C. OrrantíaR. Morales
78′
Paulinho

assist: J. Gallardo

83′
86′
Rafael NavarroD. Yapi
86′
O. LarrazK. Stewart-Baynes
VAR
90+3′Goal cancelled
90+6′
D. Yapi
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
12Shots off Goal1
22Total Shots4
4Blocked Shots0
17Shots insidebox4
5Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls9
5Corner Kicks2
1Offsides3
66%Ball Possession34%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves5
539Total passes284
450Passes accurate212
83%Passes %75%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Toluca is 6.99, compared to 7.06 for Colorado Rapids. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Toluca's highest-rated starter is M. Ruíz (7.16), while Colorado Rapids's best-rated player is Rafael Navarro (8.03).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Toluca have contributed 21 goals and 18 assists this season, led by J. Meneses (9G). Colorado Rapids's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Rafael Navarro (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Toluca deploy 4 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Colorado Rapids's 4-man backline averaging 6.83. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Toluca field 5 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus Colorado Rapids's 5 rated 6.91. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Toluca start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Colorado Rapids averaging 8.03. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 42% for Toluca and 42% for Colorado Rapids. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Toluca's starters have collected 29 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Colorado Rapids. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Toluca's starting XI is 30.8 (youngest: M. Ruíz (25), oldest: Tiago Volpi (35)), while Colorado Rapids average 27.5 (youngest: O. Larraz (24), oldest: K. Rosenberry (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Toluca's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 3 for Colorado Rapids. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Toluca4-2-3-14-2-3-1Colorado Rapids
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Volpi8Orrantía4Méndez13Luan17García24Amaya14Ruíz7Domíngu.10Angulo16Meneses26Paulinho95Steffen2Rosenbe.6Abubakar5Maxsø3Vines18Larraz23Bassett14Harris10Mihailo.7Lewis9Navarro

Substitutes

Coach: Renato Paiva

Substitutes

Coach: C. Armas

TolucaPosition StrengthColorado Rapids
6.99
Avg Rating
7.06
7.10Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.35
4G 1A0G 0A
6.91Defender (4 v 4)6.83
3G 7A2G 0A
7.03Midfielder (5 v 5)6.91
14G 10A0G 3A
Forward (1 v 1)8.03
0G 0A3G 0A
Toluca4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperTiago Volpi7.14G1A
8DefenderC. Orrantía6.81G5A
4DefenderB. Méndez
13DefenderLuan
17DefenderB. García7.02G2A
24MidfielderF. Amaya
14MidfielderM. Ruíz7.25G2A
7MidfielderJ. Domínguez
10MidfielderJ. Angulo
16MidfielderJ. Meneses6.99G8A
26ForwardPaulinho
Colorado Rapids4-2-3-1
95GoalkeeperZ. Steffen7.3
2DefenderK. Rosenberry7.2
6DefenderL. Abubakar
5DefenderA. Maxsø6.72G
3DefenderS. Vines6.6
18MidfielderO. Larraz6.7
23MidfielderC. Bassett7.21A
14MidfielderC. Harris7.01A
10MidfielderD. Mihailović6.71A
7MidfielderJ. Lewis
9ForwardRafael Navarro8.03G

Match Summary

Colorado Rapids defeated Toluca 2:1. The match was played in Leagues Cup 2024. Goals were scored by Rafael Navarro 45′, Paulinho 83′, D. Yapi 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Toluca had 66% possession while Colorado Rapids held 34%. Toluca had 22 shots (6 on target) compared to 4 (3 on target) for Colorado Rapids. Toluca made 5 substitutions, Colorado Rapids made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Đorđe Mihailović 90′).

Recent Form

Toluca

WLWDLW

Colorado Rapids

DLDLWL
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 20 Apr 2026