Match Summary
Colorado Rapids defeated San Diego 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Mihailovic 37′ (pen.), L. de la Torre 50′, D. Yapi 53′, Rafael Navarro 60′, T. Angel 89′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids had 38% possession while San Diego held 62%. Colorado Rapids had 20 shots (8 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: Colorado Rapids 3.41 — San Diego 1.35. Colorado Rapids made 5 substitutions, San Diego made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Colorado Rapids and San Diego — 5 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: H. Lozano
assist: C. Awaziem
assist: C. Bassett
assist: A. Dreyer
Match Statistics
Colorado Rapids had 38% possession against San Diego's 62%. Colorado Rapids registered 20 shots (8 on target) while San Diego managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 15–6.
Lineups
Colorado Rapids lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Christopher Armas, while San Diego deployed a 4-3-3 under Michael Anthony Varas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids is 7.02, compared to 7.09 for San Diego. 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. Mihailovic (7.43), while San Diego's best-rated player is J. Tverskov (7.55).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Colorado Rapids have contributed 32 goals and 18 assists this season, led by Rafael Navarro (12G). San Diego's starters account for 27 goals and 28 assists, spearheaded by H. Lozano (11G). 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 6.73 on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 6.91. 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 7.06, versus San Diego's 3 rated 7.16. 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 San Diego averaging 7.23. 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 71% for San Diego. 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 31 yellow cards this season, compared to 39 for San Diego. 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 25.5 (youngest: D. Yapi (21), oldest: Z. Steffen (30)), while San Diego average 29.1 (youngest: C. J. dos Santos (25), oldest: A. Godoy (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 27 league appearances each, versus 31 for San Diego. 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. San Diego show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Colorado Rapids and San Diego have met 1 times — Colorado Rapids won 0, San Diego won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Diego leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (0 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026