Match Summary
Colorado Rapids II defeated North Texas 4:1. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by A. Garcia 26′ (pen.), M. Diop 28′, A. Essel 33′ (o.g.), S. Sarver 50′, M. Diop 67′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. North Texas made 4 substitutions, Colorado Rapids II made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between North Texas and Colorado Rapids II — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: S. Flores
Own Goal
assist: J. Torquato
assist: S. Flores
Lineups
North Texas lined up in a — formation under John Gall, while Colorado Rapids II deployed a — under Erik Bushey.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Texas is 7.04, compared to 6.87 for Colorado Rapids II. 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. North Texas's highest-rated starter is M. Cisset (7.09), while Colorado Rapids II's best-rated player is M. Pinto (7.28).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Texas have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by M. Cisset (1G). Colorado Rapids II's starters account for 5 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by M. Pinto (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
North Texas field 11 midfielders averaging 7.04, versus Colorado Rapids II's 11 rated 6.87. 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 88% for North Texas and 82% for Colorado Rapids II. 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
North Texas's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Colorado Rapids II. 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 North Texas's starting XI is 20.5 (youngest: A. Essel (20), oldest: M. Cisset (21)), while Colorado Rapids II average 21.6 (youngest: N. Strellnauer (18), oldest: J. Belluz (24)). 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
North Texas's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 14 for Colorado Rapids II. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, North Texas have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Colorado Rapids II show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
North Texas
Colorado Rapids II
Head to Head
North Texas and Colorado Rapids II have met 2 times — North Texas won 0, Colorado Rapids II won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Colorado Rapids II leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (3 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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North Texas
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Drawn
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Colorado Rapids II
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026