Match Summary
Colorado Rapids II defeated Tacoma Defiance 6:4. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by D. Alvarez 24′, D. Alvarez 41′, T. Sousa 44′, M. Pinto 51′ (pen.), M. Diop 62′, Y. Tsukanome 70′, M. Diop 74′ (pen.), M. Pinto 80′, S. Wathuta 90′, J. Copeland 90′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids II made 5 substitutions, Tacoma Defiance made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Colorado Rapids II and Tacoma Defiance — 10 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: A. Fadal
Penalty
assist: A. Garcia
assist: A. Garcia
Lineups
Colorado Rapids II lined up in a — formation under Erik Bushey, while Tacoma Defiance deployed a — under Wade Webber.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids II is 6.89, compared to 6.63 for Tacoma Defiance. 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 II's highest-rated starter is M. Pinto (7.28), while Tacoma Defiance's best-rated player is D. Robles (6.86).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Colorado Rapids II have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by M. Pinto (4G). Tacoma Defiance's starters account for 1 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by D. Robles (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Colorado Rapids II field 11 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Tacoma Defiance's 11 rated 6.63. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 82% for Colorado Rapids II and 82% for Tacoma Defiance. 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 II's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Tacoma Defiance. 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 II's starting XI is 20.0 (youngest: R. Garcia (17), oldest: M. Pinto (23)), while Tacoma Defiance average 20.0 (youngest: G. Sandnes (17), oldest: D. Robles (23)). 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 II's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 10 for Tacoma Defiance. 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Colorado Rapids II have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Tacoma Defiance show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Colorado Rapids II
Tacoma Defiance
Head to Head
Colorado Rapids II and Tacoma Defiance have met 1 times — Colorado Rapids II won 1, Tacoma Defiance won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Colorado Rapids II leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (4 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026