Match Summary
Colorado Rapids defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by J. Russell 48′, O. Larraz 69′, D. Mihailović 90′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids had 61% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 39%. Colorado Rapids had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Colorado Rapids 2.52 — Sporting Kansas City 1.36. Colorado Rapids made 3 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Colorado Rapids and Sporting Kansas City — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. Thommy
assist: D. Mihailović
Penalty
Match Statistics
Colorado Rapids had 61% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 39%. Colorado Rapids registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 4–1. Fouls committed: 5–12.
Lineups
Colorado Rapids lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under C. Armas, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Vermes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids is 7.03, compared to 6.79 for Sporting Kansas City. 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 D. Mihailović (7.43), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is J. Davis (6.89).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Colorado Rapids have contributed 31 goals and 14 assists this season, led by Rafael Navarro (12G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Z. Bassong (1G). 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 4 defenders rated 6.74 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.86. 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 5 midfielders averaging 7.09, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.83. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 7.28, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.65. 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.
Discipline
Colorado Rapids's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for Sporting Kansas City. 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 27.5 (youngest: C. Bassett (24), oldest: K. Rosenberry (32)), while Sporting Kansas City average 30.2 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (39)). 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 24 league appearances each, versus 20 for Sporting Kansas City. 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Colorado Rapids have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Colorado Rapids and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — Colorado Rapids won 0, Sporting Kansas City won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sporting Kansas City leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (3 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026