Colorado Rapids vs San Diego
Rapids snatch win with last-gasp strike
Colorado Rapids hold on for a narrow 1-0 victory over San Diego.
In a tight Major League Soccer clash, Colorado Rapids secured a slender 1-0 win thanks to a dramatic goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time. The late breakthrough proved decisive as San Diego were left to rue missed opportunities. Fipster's prediction of a home win was on the money, though the actual scoreline was a more restrained affair than the anticipated 3-2 thriller.
Analysis
The Colorado Rapids host San Diego in what promises to be an entertaining MLS regular season fixture. Both teams sit mid-table, eager to climb higher with a win in this 18th round clash.
Neither side has made a significant splash in this MLS season so far, with Colorado Rapids ranked 11th and San Diego just a spot above at 10th. Both teams have shown flashes of attacking prowess but have struggled for consistency, making this match a crucial opportunity to gain momentum.
Colorado Rapids have been somewhat inconsistent but boast a strong home scoring record, averaging 2.5 goals per game on their turf. Their talisman Rafael Navarro has netted 7 goals in the last 10 games, making him a constant threat. San Diego, meanwhile, have scored in all of their last five matches, led by Marcus Ingvartsen’s 8 goals recently. However, their defence concedes an average of 1.8 goals per game, which could be their undoing against the Rapids’ attacking firepower. Both teams are expected to field full-strength squads, setting the stage for a high-scoring encounter.
Prediction
We predict a narrow home win for Colorado Rapids with a 3-2 scoreline. The match is likely to be a goal fest with both sides finding the net, but the Rapids’ home advantage and Navarro’s clinical finishing should see them edge this one. Expect four cards in total, reflecting a competitive and physical game.
Outcome probability
Key Insights
Navarro vs San Diego Defense
Navarro's consistent scoring and home form pose a key threat against San Diego's defense, which concedes 1.8 goals per game.
San Diego's Scoring Momentum
San Diego has scored in all last 5 matches, indicating strong attacking form despite defensive vulnerabilities.
Colorado Rapids' Mixed Form
Colorado shows inconsistent recent form with 33% win rate but strong home scoring (2.5 goals avg).
No Significant Injuries Reported
Both teams have no reported injuries, so full-strength squads expected, maintaining tactical balance.
Key Takeaways
In summary, this MLS fixture should deliver excitement and goals. Colorado Rapids’ home form and attacking threats give them the slight edge over a resilient San Diego side. Fans can look forward to a closely fought contest with plenty of action.
- Colorado Rapids are 11th in the MLS with 16 points from 15 games (W5 D1 L9).
- San Diego sit 10th with 17 points from 15 games (W4 D5 L6).
- Rafael Navarro has scored 7 goals in his last 10 games for Colorado Rapids.
- Marcus Ingvartsen leads San Diego with 8 goals in recent matches.
- Colorado Rapids average 2.5 goals per game at home this season.
- San Diego have scored in all of their last 5 matches.
- Both teams have no significant injuries and will likely field full-strength squads.
- The match is predicted to feature 4 total yellow cards.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Colorado Rapids
Away — San Diego
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
McVey
Yellow Card
Yellow Card
Cannon
Yellow Card
Unknown
Godoy
Murphy
Yellow Card
Minoungou
Navarro
Yellow Card
Ingvartsen
Yapi
Yellow Card
Mighten
Atencio
Goal
Assist: Aaronson
Morgan
Yellow Card
Holding
Cannon
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 17 | 10 | 4 | 3 | +21 | 34 |
| 9 |  Minnesota United FC | 18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | -5 | 24 |
| 10 |  Colorado Rapids | 18 | 7 | 1 | 10 | +2 | 22 |
| 11 |  Portland Timbers | 17 | 6 | 3 | 8 | -1 | 21 |
| 12 |  San Diego | 18 | 5 | 6 | 7 | +3 | 21 |
| 13 |  Los Angeles Galaxy | 18 | 5 | 6 | 7 | -5 | 21 |
Match Statistics
Colorado Rapids
4-3-3Starting XI
- 4R. CannonD
- 6R. HoldingD
- 7D. SealyF
- 8H. OjediranM
- 9Rafael NavarroF
- 10P. AaronsonM
- 12J. AtencioM
- 33K. ThompsonD
- 41N. DefreitasG
- 93G. MinoungouF
Substitutes
- 2K. RosenberryD
- 15A. FadalM
- 16A. HarrisF
- 22L. HerringtonD
- 24N. CobbD
- 31A. BeaudryG
- 77D. YapiF
San Diego
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 1C. dos SantosG
- 5Kieran SargeantD
- 6J. TverskovM
- 7M. IngvartsenF
- 8O. ValakariM
- 10A. DreyerM
- 20A. GodoyM
- 26M. DuahD
- 33O. VerhoevenD
- 77A. MightenM
- 97C. McVeyD
Substitutes
- 2W. KumadoD
- 9L. MorganF
- 14B. B. ZambleF
- 15P. SomaM
- 18D. FerreeG
- 19D. VazquezM
- 25I. PilcherD
- 32I. MurphyD
- 70A. AlvaradoF
Colorado Rapids
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Defreitas-Hansen | G | 93 | 7.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rob Holding | D | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Georgi Minoungou | F | 72 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2/2 |
| Reggie Cannon | D | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0/2 |
| Dante Sealy | F | 93 | 6.9 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3/5 |
| Josh Atencio | M | 93 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1/1 |
| Hamzat Ojediran | M | 93 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Paxten Aaronson | M | 93 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kosi Thompson | D | 93 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rafael Navarro(C) | F | 93 | 6.3 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Ali Fadal | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Keegan Rosenberry | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alex Harris | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Adam Beaudry | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lucas Herrington | D | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Noah Cobb | D | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Darren Yapi | F | 21 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
San Diego
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manu Duah | D | 93 | 7.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Onni Valakari | M | 93 | 7.3 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| CJ Dos Santos | G | 93 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Oscar Verhoeven | D | 93 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Aníbal Godoy | M | 70 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Marcus Ingvartsen | F | 83 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Jeppe Tverskov(C) | M | 93 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Kieran Sargeant | D | 70 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Anders Dreyer | M | 93 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 2/2 |
| Christopher McVey | D | 93 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alex Mighten | M | 92 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Bryan Zamblé | F | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ian Pilcher | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Pedro Soma | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| David Vazquez | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Duran Ferree | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Willy Kumado | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alejandro Alvarado Jr | F | 23 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lewis Morgan | F | 10 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Ian Murphy | D | 23 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |