Major League Soccer Gameweek 3
Colorado Rapids 4 - 1 FT Los Angeles Galaxy
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
23' D. Yapi
Gabriel Pec 45'+1
HT
↓ J. Paintsil ↑M. Cuevas 50'
Joao Klauss (Gabriel Pec) 56'
58' ↓ H. Ojediran ↑C. Ronan
58' ↓ D. Sealy ↑T. Ku-DiPietro
58' ↓ J. Atencio ↑W. Frederick
Gabriel Pec 60'
Gabriel Pec 60'
65' ↓ R. Cannon ↑K. Rosenberry
68' ↓ Colorado Rapids ↑A. Manyoma
↓ M. Reus ↑E. Thommy 71'
↓ Joao Klauss ↑Matheus Nascimento 71'
76' A. Manyoma
↓ J. Aude ↑J. Nelson 81'
↓ M. Yamane ↑L. Sanabria 81'
85' Rafael Navarro
J. Glesnes 88'
89' Rafael Navarro (W. Frederick)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Colorado Rapids
Goalkeepers
Nico Hansen 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Reggie Cannon 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Rob Holding 
MAGNET
95
Activity
95
Activity
90
Passes
5
Duels
Lucas Herrington
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
80
Passes
6
Duels
Midfielders
J. Travis
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Joshua Atencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Hamzat Ojediran
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Dante Sealy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Paxten Aaronson 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Darren Yapi 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Rafael Navarro 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.7
Rating
BENCH
Zackory Campagnolo 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Noah Cobb
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miguel Navarro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keegan Rosenberry 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Ted Ku-DiPietro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Connor Ronan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wayne Frederick 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
32
Minutes
6.5
Rating
Alexis Manyoma 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Alexander Harris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Los Angeles Galaxy
Goalkeepers
Novak Mićović 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
4
Conceded
2
Saves
Defenders
Miki Yamane 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Jakob Glesnes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maya Yoshida
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
92
Passes
5
Duels
Julián Aude
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Elijah Wynder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edwin Cerrillo
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Gabriel Pec 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Marco Reus
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Joseph Paintsil
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
50
Entry
Forwards
João Klauss 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.3
Rating
BENCH
JT Marcinkowski
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
John Nelson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauricio Cuevas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harbor Miller
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Justin Haak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erik Thommy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ruben Ramos Jr.
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Nascimento
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/24/2025 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 3 - 0 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 06/26/2025 | Colorado Rapids | 2 - 0 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 11/02/2024 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 4 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 10/27/2024 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 5 - 0 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 10/03/2024 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 3 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 07/18/2024 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 3 - 2 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 06/25/2023 | Colorado Rapids | 0 - 0 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 05/07/2023 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1 - 3 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
08/24/2025
06/26/2025
11/02/2024
10/27/2024
10/03/2024
07/18/2024
06/25/2023
05/07/2023
Colorado Rapids Win
Los Angeles Galaxy Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 1 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
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: 26 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
Los Angeles Galaxy
Colorado Rapids
Los Angeles Galaxy
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Rapids Run Riot After Galaxy See Red in First Leg
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. Our verdict: Colorado's late surge blew the doors off this first leg, punishing a depleted Los Angeles side with ruthless efficiency.
The Opening Act
High Intensity from the kickoff set an aggressive tone as the Colorado Rapids edged possession in the opening phases. The Rapids pressed high, seeking an early advantage in this crucial first leg. Their breakthrough arrived in the 23rd minute when D. Yapi found the back of the net, rewarding the home side's relentless early pressure. Despite Colorado holding the ball and dictating the tempo, Los Angeles Galaxy remained incredibly dangerous on the counter-attack. The visitors fired off 15 total shots throughout the game, constantly testing the Rapids' defensive resolve. The persistence of the away side paid off shortly after the halftime break. Joao Klauss struck a clinical finish in the 56th minute to equalize, setting up what appeared to be a tightly contested and dramatic second half.
The Pivot
The true turning point, completely shattering the game's fragile Balance, came just four minutes after the Galaxy equalizer. Gabriel Pec, who had just delivered the crucial assist for the tying goal, was shown a straight red card in the 60th minute. Reduced to ten men, the visitors' defensive structure instantly collapsed under the weight of the disadvantage. Colorado capitalized mercilessly on the extra space. Substitute A. Manyoma stepped onto the field and instantly made his mark, restoring the Rapids' lead with a sharp strike in the 76th minute. From that pivotal moment, the floodgates opened entirely. The numerical advantage allowed Colorado to stretch the field, turning what was a gritty tactical battle into a completely lopsided offensive exhibition.
The Resolution
With incredibly high Stakes in this knockout format, Rafael Navarro decided to put the entire tie almost out of reach for the visitors. The prolific forward netted a rapid-fire brace in the 85th and 89th minutes, the latter expertly assisted by fellow substitute W. Frederick, to seal a commanding 4-1 victory. At the other end, Rob Holding anchored the backline flawlessly, ensuring no late surprises or slip-ups. This dramatic late goal flurry fundamentally alters the complexion of the series. The Galaxy now face an agonizing wait until the return leg on September 27th in Los Angeles, where they will need a miraculous recovery to overturn this massive three-goal deficit and save their season.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Gabriel Pec impact the match?
Gabriel Pec's 60th-minute dismissal completely unraveled LA Galaxy's defense, allowing Colorado to score three late goals and dominate the final half-hour.
What made Darren Yapi the Man of the Match?
D. Yapi recorded a crucial early opening goal and an assist, driving Colorado's offense and earning a stellar 8.9 rating.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A combination of LA Galaxy's red card, clinical finishing from Rafael Navarro, and impactful substitutions transformed a tight 1-1 game into a high-scoring rout.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Early Season Momentum on the Line in Colorado
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 54/100. Colorado's attacking rhythm meets a desperate Galaxy side eager to flip the script in this crucial first leg.
The Setup
The Colorado Rapids have burst out of the gates this season, netting eleven goals in just five matches. That kind of attacking output generates a Form rating that demands attention. Sitting seventh in the table, they host a Los Angeles Galaxy outfit that is stuttering in tenth place. The visitors arrive with a point to prove, having managed just one victory so far. The Balance of this fixture leans toward the hosts, with a solid probability gap making Colorado the clear favourites. However, the Stakes remain fascinating; this isn't just a regular season encounter, it serves as the first act of a two-legged tie, with the return leg set for Los Angeles on September 27. Every goal matters today.
Key Battle
This match features a clash of genuine Stars. For the hosts, Dante Sealy is the creative heartbeat, slicing through defensive lines and creating chaos in the final third. He will be up against the sheer physical presence of João Klauss leading the line for the Galaxy. The visitors rely heavily on Klauss to convert minimal service into maximum punishment. Whichever player imposes their will early will likely dictate the tempo of the entire match.
Our Prediction
Expect Colorado to control the midfield and pepper the Los Angeles penalty area. The Galaxy will look to sit deep and strike on the counter, but the Rapids possess too much firepower right now. A 2-1 victory for the home side seems the most logical script, giving them a narrow advantage to protect when they head to California in the autumn.