Major League Soccer Gameweek 25
Colorado Rapids 1 - 0 FT CF Montreal
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
43' Paxten Aaronson
HT
54' โ Donavan Phillip โMorgan Whittaker
54' โ Darren Yapi โSayd Abu Farhi
โ WikelmanยทCarmona โAlexis Sanchez 58'
โ Prince-Osei Owusu โDaniel Rios 59'
โ Viktor Radojeviฤ โLuca Petrasso 59'
68' โ Joshua Atencio โWayne Frederick
โ Samuel Piette โFabian Herbers 76'
Dante Sealy 81'
โ Noah Streit โOlger Escobar 82'
83' โ Keegan Rosenberry โKosi Thompson
83' โ Hamzat Ojediran โNoah Cobb
85' Kosi Thompson
90' Wayne Frederick
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Colorado Rapids
Goalkeepers
Nico Hansen 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Keegan Rosenberry 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
42%
Pass Acc
Rob Holding 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Loรฏc Williams 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Miguel Navarro
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Hamzat Ojediran 
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
66
Passes
10
Duels
Paxten Aaronson 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Joshua Atencio 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
4
Duels Won
80%
Win %
Forwards
D. Phillip 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
54
Entry
Darren Yapi
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Georgi Minoungou
MAGNET
52
Activity
52
Activity
38
Passes
14
Duels
BENCH
Adam Beaudry 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Noah Cobb
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kosi Thompson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jackson Travis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wayne Frederick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Rinaldi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Saied Abu Farchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Harris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Morgan Whittaker
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
CF Montreal
Goalkeepers
Sebastian Breza
OCTOPUS
6
Saves
6
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Brayan Ceballos
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
42%
Duel Win %
Jalen Neal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Efraรญn Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Viktor Radojeviฤ
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
44%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Wikelman Carmona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Samuel Piette
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Victor Loturi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Dante Sealy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Prince-Osei Owusu
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Noah Streit
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
BENCH
S. Keita
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Luca Petrasso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brandan Craig
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dawid Bugaj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hennadii Synchuk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexis Sรกnchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Rรญos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fabian Herbers
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Olger Escobar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2024 | Colorado Rapids | 4 - 1 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 08/04/2019 | Colorado Rapids | 6 - 3 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 07/07/2018 | CF Montreal | 2 - 1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Saputo Stadium |
| 10/01/2017 | Colorado Rapids | 2 - 1 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 04/30/2016 | CF Montreal | 2 - 2 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Saputo Stadium |
| 10/10/2015 | Colorado Rapids | 0 - 1 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 05/25/2014 | Colorado Rapids | 4 - 1 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 06/29/2013 | CF Montreal | 3 - 4 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Stade Saputo |
| 05/27/2012 | Colorado Rapids | 3 - 2 | CF Montreal | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
06/23/2024
08/04/2019
07/07/2018
10/01/2017
04/30/2016
10/10/2015
05/25/2014
06/29/2013
05/27/2012
Colorado Rapids Win
CF Montreal Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 21 GD: +26
P: 21 GD: +5
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 21 GD: 0
P: 20 GD: +7
P: 20 GD: 0
P: 21 GD: +4
P: 21 GD: +2
P: 20 GD: +2
P: 21 GD: +1
P: 19 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -11
P: 19 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -26
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +33
P: 26 GD: +4
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +14
P: 26 GD: +1
P: 27 GD: -8
P: 26 GD: -1
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -34
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Colorado Rapids
CF Montreal
Colorado Rapids
CF Montreal
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Defensive Grit and a Spot-Kick Separate the Sides
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. A solitary penalty decided the outcome, but a dual goalkeeping masterclass ensured this clash remained relentlessly tense until the final whistle.
A Goalkeeping Exhibition
A controlled early rhythm established the narrative at Dick's Sporting Goods Park, where Colorado Rapids immediately asserted their authority. The hosts dictated possession, ultimately holding a solid 59 percent of the ball, but they found themselves frustrated by a resolute defensive wall. Despite the home side controlling the tempo, CF Montreal refused to fold easily. The off-the-charts Intensity was evident in the sheer volume of attempts, with a combined 29 shots turning the pitch into a shooting gallery. Central to the visitors' early defiance was S. Breza, who produced a string of vital interventions among his six crucial saves. His acrobatics kept the visitors in the contest during a blistering opening phase where the hosts threatened to run riot but lacked the final clinical touch.
The Spot-Kick Breakthrough
As halftime loomed, the mounting pressure finally cracked the defensive resolve. The defining moment arrived in the 43rd minute, completely shattering the delicate Balance of the encounter. After a frantic sequence inside the penalty area, the referee pointed to the spot, gifting the home side a golden opportunity to alter the trajectory of the match. Paxten Aaronson stepped up with ice in his veins, dispatching the penalty with supreme confidence. This single kick erased the frustrations of a half defined by missed chances and goalkeeping heroics. The lead changed hands for the only time on the night, ensuring the hosts carried both a mental and physical advantage into the dressing room. Montreal's initial game plan was completely upended, forcing a tactical rethink just before the whistle.
Defensive Resolve Holds
The second half transformed into a gritty test of character. Eager to salvage their night, the visitors pushed higher up the pitch, looking for an equalizer. However, the home side's rearguard stood resolute, expertly marshaled by K. Rosenberry. The standout defender orchestrated the backline perfectly while also contributing three key passes to launch quick transitions. When the defensive line was occasionally breached, N. Defreitas provided the ultimate safety net, pulling off five crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet. This gritty victory solidifies the hosts' grip on second place, keeping their momentum rolling in the upper echelons of the league. Conversely, the narrow defeat leaves the visitors languishing in thirteenth, desperately needing to find solutions to halt their ongoing struggles.
Key Questions
Who scored the decisive goal?
Paxten Aaronson converted a crucial penalty in the 43rd minute to secure the victory for Colorado Rapids.
Who was the standout performer?
Keegan Rosenberry earned Man of the Match honors for an outstanding defensive performance while also delivering three key passes.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Rapids Aim to Exploit Montreal's Defensive Woes
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. An uninspiring league position for the visitors shouldn't mask the promise of an end-to-end shootout.
The Setup
The Colorado Rapids welcome CF Montreal to Dick's Sporting Goods Park on September 13, 2026. The hosts are flying high. Three wins in their last four matches prove they are finding their rhythm. Montreal, meanwhile, are desperate for consistency. Sitting 14th in the standings, the visitors leak goals at an alarming rate. Our high Form rating points to fireworks, fueled by a combined 3.3 goals per game average between these two sides. Montreal concedes a staggering three goals per game on their travels. However, a modest Stakes metric reflects the mid-season reality. Neither side faces immediate, dire consequences in this regular season clash. The lack of marquee names results in a lower Stars rating, but the competitive Balance suggests Montreal can still make this a midfield scrap if they manage to organize themselves.
Key Battle
The home side's attacking unit against the visitors' vulnerable backline will dictate this match. Montreal simply cannot keep the ball out of the net on the road. The Rapids possess the pace and width to stretch that fragile defensive shape. If the away defense cannot plug the gaps early, the home midfield will completely dictate the tempo and create chance after chance.
Our Prediction
We expect a comfortable home victory. Montreal's defense is simply too porous to withstand sustained pressure over ninety minutes. The Rapids will strike early, forcing the visitors to open up their shape. This will only lead to more chances on the counter-attack, ending in a multi-goal margin for Colorado.