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2 April 2023 at 01:30

Major League Soccer · Season 2023
Referee: D. Fischer

Match Summary

Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles FC drew 0:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. 2 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids had 51% possession while Los Angeles FC held 49%. Colorado Rapids had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (2 on target) for Los Angeles FC. Expected goals: Colorado Rapids 1.05 — Los Angeles FC 0.64. Colorado Rapids made 4 substitutions, Los Angeles FC made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles FC — 0 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Colorado Rapids
Los Angeles FC
Kick Off
Half Time
D. RubioD. Yapi
60′
J. LewisM. Barrios
60′
65′Aaron Long
73′
G. ChielliniJ. Murillo
73′
C. VelaS. Biuk
82′
T. TillmanJ. Cifuentes
C. RonanR. Priso-Mbongue
86′
S. NicholsonK. Cabral
86′
Michael Barrios87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Colorado Rapids had 51% possession against Los Angeles FC's 49%. Colorado Rapids registered 14 shots (4 on target) while Los Angeles FC managed 11 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 10–3. Fouls committed: 8–10.

4Shots on Goal2
4Shots off Goal7
14Total Shots11
6Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox4
5Shots outsidebox7
8Fouls10
10Corner Kicks3
2Offsides2
51%Ball Possession49%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
399Total passes399
314Passes accurate317
79%Passes %79%
1.05expected_goals0.64

Lineups

Colorado Rapids lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under R. Fraser, while Los Angeles FC deployed a 4-3-3 under S. Cherundolo.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids is 6.79, compared to 7.33 for Los Angeles FC. 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. Colorado Rapids's highest-rated starter is K. Rosenberry (6.79), while Los Angeles FC's best-rated player is D. Bouanga (7.67).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Colorado Rapids have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by K. Rosenberry (2G). Los Angeles FC's starters account for 26 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by D. Bouanga (26G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Colorado Rapids deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Los Angeles FC's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Colorado Rapids field 4 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Los Angeles FC's 3 rated 6.99. 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

Colorado Rapids start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Los Angeles FC averaging 7.67. 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 —% for Colorado Rapids and 42% for Los Angeles FC. 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

Colorado Rapids's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Los Angeles FC. 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 Colorado Rapids's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: J. Lewis (28), oldest: K. Rosenberry (32)), while Los Angeles FC average 30.7 (youngest: T. Tillman (26), oldest: Ilie Sánchez (35)). 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

Colorado Rapids's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 32 for Los Angeles FC. 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.

Colorado RapidsPosition StrengthLos Angeles FC
6.79
Avg Rating
7.33
6.79 MID (4 v 3)6.99
2G 0A0G 2A
FWD (3 v 3)7.67
0G 0A26G 8A
Colorado Rapids3-4-2-1
22🧤GKW. Yarbrough
6🛡DEFL. Abubakar
5🛡DEFA. Maxsø
4🛡DEFD. Wilson
2MIDK. Rosenberry6.82G
21MIDB. Acosta
20MIDC. Ronan
28MIDS. Nicholson
11FWDD. Rubio
8FWDMax
7FWDJ. Lewis
Los Angeles FC4-3-3
77🧤GKJ. McCarthy
24🛡DEFR. Hollingshead
33🛡DEFA. Long
14🛡DEFG. Chiellini
12🛡DEFD. Palacios
11MIDT. Tillman7.02A
6MIDIlie Sánchez
23MIDK. Acosta
99FWDD. Bouanga7.726G8A
10FWDC. Vela
22FWDK. Opoku

Substitutes

77(F)D. Yapi
91(F)K. Cabral
33(D)S. Beitashour

Substitutes

27(F)N. Ordaz
1(G)E. Jakupovic

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Colorado Rapids have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Los Angeles FC show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Colorado Rapids

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Los Angeles FC

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Head to Head

Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles FC have met 4 times — Colorado Rapids won 1, Los Angeles FC won 2, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Los Angeles FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.75 per match (4 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (75%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Los Angeles FC are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.

1

Colorado Rapids

1

Drawn

2

Los Angeles FC

Goals: 4Goals: 7

Recent Meetings (4)

19 Oct 2025Colorado Rapids2 – 2Los Angeles FC
10 Jul 2025Los Angeles FC3 – 0Colorado Rapids
26 Feb 2025Los Angeles FC1 – 0Colorado Rapids
19 Feb 2025Colorado Rapids2 – 1Los Angeles FC

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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