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Colorado Rapids vs Vancouver Whitecaps

Dick's Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, Colorado13 July 2025 at 02:30
Referee: Ricardo Fierro

Match Events

Colorado Rapids
Vancouver Whitecaps
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
J. NgandoE. Ocampo
A. Maxso

assist: D. Mihailovic

59′
65′
E. SabbiD. Rios
65′
R. Priso-MbongueJ. Badwal
73′
B. UtvikR. Veselinovic
C. RonanO. Larraz
77′
C. BassettJ. Atencio
77′
D. MihailovicD. Yapi
84′
T. Ku-DiPietroS. Bassett
84′
84′
B. WhiteN. Pierre
Rafael NavarroK. Stewart-Baynes
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal2
7Shots off Goal7
16Total Shots14
2Blocked Shots5
11Shots insidebox10
5Shots outsidebox4
8Fouls16
7Corner Kicks10
3Offsides1
41%Ball Possession59%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
344Total passes477
285Passes accurate419
83%Passes %88%
2.52expected_goals1.20
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids is 6.81, compared to 7.11 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 Rafael Navarro (7.19), while Vancouver Whitecaps's best-rated player is S. Berhalter (7.88).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Colorado Rapids have contributed 9 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Rafael Navarro (8G). Vancouver Whitecaps's starters account for 20 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by B. White (8G). 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 Vancouver Whitecaps's 4-man backline averaging 7.08. 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 6.69, versus Vancouver Whitecaps's 3 rated 7.37. 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 3 for Vancouver Whitecaps averaging 6.86. 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 86% for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 26.4 (youngest: T. Ku-DiPietro (23), oldest: Z. Steffen (30)), while Vancouver Whitecaps average 26.0 (youngest: T. Johnson (20), oldest: Y. Takaoka (29)). 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 7 league appearances each, versus 10 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 Rapids4-2-3-14-3-3Vancouver Whitecaps
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Steffen4Cannon5Maxso6Awaziem3Vines20Ronan23Bassett14Harris10Mihailo.21Ku-DiPi.9Navarro1Takaoka2Laborda15Utvik33Blackmon28Johnson16Berhalt.13Priso-M.26Ngando45Vite24White11Sabbi

Substitutes

Coach: Christopher Armas

Substitutes

Coach: Jesper Ingemann Sørensen

Colorado RapidsPosition StrengthVancouver Whitecaps
6.81
Avg Rating
7.11
6.89Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.95
0G 0A0G 1A
6.58Defender (4 v 4)7.08
0G 0A4G 2A
6.69Midfielder (5 v 3)7.37
1G 0A6G 4A
7.19Forward (1 v 3)6.86
8G 3A10G 2A
Colorado Rapids4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperZ. Steffen6.9
4DefenderR. Cannon6.6
5DefenderA. Maxso
6DefenderC. Awaziem
3DefenderS. Vines
20MidfielderC. Ronan6.81G
23MidfielderC. Bassett
14MidfielderC. Harris
10MidfielderD. Mihailovic
21MidfielderT. Ku-DiPietro6.6
9ForwardRafael Navarro7.28G3A
Vancouver Whitecaps4-3-3
1GoalkeeperY. Takaoka7.01A
2DefenderM. Laborda7.13G2A
15DefenderB. Utvik
33DefenderT. Blackmon7.11G
28DefenderT. Johnson7.0
16MidfielderS. Berhalter7.96G4A
13MidfielderR. Priso-Mbongue7.3
26MidfielderJ. Ngando6.9
45ForwardP. Vite
24ForwardB. White6.98G
11ForwardE. Sabbi6.82G2A

Match Summary

Colorado Rapids defeated Vancouver Whitecaps 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by C. Harris 12′, Rafael Navarro 30′, A. Maxso 59′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids had 41% possession while Vancouver Whitecaps held 59%. Colorado Rapids had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 14 (2 on target) for Vancouver Whitecaps. Expected goals: Colorado Rapids 2.52 — Vancouver Whitecaps 1.20. Colorado Rapids made 5 substitutions, Vancouver Whitecaps made 5.

Rivalry since 2016

Colorado Rapids vs Vancouver Whitecaps Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
Colorado Rapids
5
wins
Drawn
7
Vancouver Whitecaps
8
wins
Total goals
57 · 2.9/match
Both scored
13/20 · 65%
Over 2.5
12/20 · 60%

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API data: 11 May 2026