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Colorado Rapids vs Los Angeles Galaxy

Dick's Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, Colorado26 June 2025 at 02:30
Referee: Sergiy Boyko

Match Events

Colorado Rapids
Los Angeles Galaxy
Kick Off
D. Mihailovic

assist: S. Vines

24′
C. Harris

assist: T. Ku-DiPietro

28′
Half Time
46′
L. SanabriaI. Parente
70′
J. NelsonJ. Aude
T. Ku-DiPietroD. Yapi
75′
C. HarrisK. Cabral
75′
J. AtencioC. Ronan
80′
81′
M. YamaneM. Cuevas
81′
Matheus NascimentoD. Fagundez
81′
E. CerrilloC. Ramirez
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal3
8Total Shots13
1Blocked Shots5
5Shots insidebox5
3Shots outsidebox8
12Fouls10
0Corner Kicks5
5Offsides2
31%Ball Possession69%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
316Total passes723
262Passes accurate657
83%Passes %91%
0.71expected_goals0.62
-1goals_prevented-1

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids is 6.84, compared to 6.82 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 N. Defreitas-Hansen (7.22), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is Gabriel Pec (7.25).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Colorado Rapids have contributed 9 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Rafael Navarro (8G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 15 goals and 13 assists, spearheaded by Gabriel Pec (5G). 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 6.58 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.65. 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 6.62, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 5 rated 7.04. 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 7.19, compared to 1 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 6.61. 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 84% for Colorado Rapids and 84% for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 24.4 (youngest: J. Atencio (23), oldest: R. Cannon (27)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 27.3 (youngest: Matheus Nascimento (21), oldest: M. Yoshida (37)). 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 11 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 Rapids4-2-3-14-2-3-1Los Angeles Galaxy
GKDEFMIDFWD
41Defreit.4Cannon5Maxso6Awaziem3Vines8Larraz12Atencio14Harris10Mihailo.21Ku-DiPi.9Navarro1Micovic2Yamane25Garces4Yoshida14Nelson8Sanabria6Cerrillo11Pec18Reus28Paintsil9Nascime.

Substitutes

Coach: Christopher Armas

Substitutes

Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney

Colorado RapidsPosition StrengthLos Angeles Galaxy
6.84
Avg Rating
6.82
7.22Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.58
0G 0A0G 0A
6.58Defender (4 v 4)6.65
0G 0A1G 1A
6.62Midfielder (5 v 5)7.04
1G 0A13G 12A
7.19Forward (1 v 1)6.61
8G 3A1G 0A
Colorado Rapids4-2-3-1
41GoalkeeperN. Defreitas-Hansen7.2
4DefenderR. Cannon6.6
5DefenderA. Maxso
6DefenderC. Awaziem
3DefenderS. Vines
8MidfielderO. Larraz
12MidfielderJ. Atencio6.71G
14MidfielderC. Harris
10MidfielderD. Mihailovic
21MidfielderT. Ku-DiPietro6.6
9ForwardRafael Navarro7.28G3A
Los Angeles Galaxy4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperN. Micovic6.6
2DefenderM. Yamane6.5
25DefenderC. Garces6.71A
4DefenderM. Yoshida6.91G
14DefenderJ. Nelson6.5
8MidfielderL. Sanabria6.82G1A
6MidfielderE. Cerrillo7.0
11MidfielderGabriel Pec7.35G4A
18MidfielderM. Reus6.94G5A
28MidfielderJ. Paintsil7.22G2A
9ForwardMatheus Nascimento6.61G

Match Summary

Colorado Rapids defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Mihailovic 24′, C. Harris 28′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids had 31% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 69%. Colorado Rapids had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Colorado Rapids 0.71 — Los Angeles Galaxy 0.62. Colorado Rapids made 3 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

Colorado Rapids vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results

34 stretnutí
Colorado Rapids
12
wins
Drawn
7
Los Angeles Galaxy
15
wins
Total goals
98 · 2.9/match
Both scored
18/34 · 53%
Over 2.5
18/34 · 53%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 34 v 2014

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API data: 11 May 2026