Major League Soccer Gameweek 26
Colorado Rapids 3 - 3 FT Seattle Sounders
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
28' M. Whittaker (P. Aaronson)
HT
โ P. Kingston โS. Gomez 46'
D. Joveljic (A. Rusnak) 49'
56' D. Phillip
โ S. Hawkins โJ. Ragen 61'
โ H. Dotson โS. Brunell 62'
64' โ S. Abu Farkhi โD. Yapi
69' D. Phillip
โ Nouhou โP. Arriola 72'
73' โ W. Frederick โJ. Atencio
73' โ D. Phillip โG. Minoungou
76' M. Whittaker (P. Aaronson)
D. Joveljic 79'
โ J. Morris โC. Clark 84'
84' โ P. Aaronson โN. Cobb
C. Clark (A. Rusnak) 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Colorado Rapids
Goalkeepers
Nico Hansen 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Reggie Cannon
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Rob Holding 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
Loรฏc Williams 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
0
Tackles
Miguel Navarro
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Donavan Phillip 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Hamzat Ojediran 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wayne Frederick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
73
Entry
Forwards
Morgan Whittaker 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Saied Abu Farchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
64
Entry
Paxten Aaronson 
ARCHITECT
7
Key Passes
7
Key Passes
2
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Adam Beaudry 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Noah Cobb
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jackson Travis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keegan Rosenberry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joshua Atencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Darren Yapi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Georgi Minoungou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Harris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Seattle Sounders
Goalkeepers
Andrew Thomas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Alexander Roldan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stuart Hawkins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
61
Entry
Nouhou Tolo
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Hassani Dotson 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Cristian Roldan
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Peter Kingston
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Albert Rusnรกk
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
2
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Jordan Morris
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Dejan Joveljiฤ
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
Stefan Frei
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jackson Ragen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antino Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Sailor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastian Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Snyder Brunell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caden Clark 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.3
Rating
Paul Arriola
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 0 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 07/17/2025 | Seattle Sounders | 3 - 3 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 04/27/2025 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 1 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 10/06/2024 | Colorado Rapids | 0 - 1 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 03/16/2024 | Seattle Sounders | 1 - 1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 09/21/2023 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 2 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 02/27/2023 | Seattle Sounders | 4 - 0 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 07/24/2022 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 05/23/2022 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 0 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 10/21/2021 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 1 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
02/23/2026
07/17/2025
04/27/2025
10/06/2024
03/16/2024
09/21/2023
02/27/2023
07/24/2022
05/23/2022
10/21/2021
Colorado Rapids Win
Seattle Sounders Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 22 GD: +29
P: 21 GD: +11
P: 21 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: 0
P: 21 GD: +7
P: 20 GD: 0
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 21 GD: +2
P: 21 GD: +1
P: 21 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -4
P: 21 GD: -11
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 21 GD: -12
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
Seattle Sounders
Colorado Rapids
Seattle Sounders
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Mile High Madness: Rapids and Sounders Trade Blows in Six-Goal Epic
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. An all-out offensive shootout showcased exactly why no lead is safe in this league, turning a regular season clash into a breathless spectacle.
Opening Exchanges
The Intensity was off the charts from the opening whistle at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. The Colorado Rapids came into this clash riding a strong wave of form, sitting comfortably in fifth place. On the other side, the Seattle Sounders dragged a miserable four-match losing streak into the altitude, desperate to change their fortunes. Despite their recent struggles, the visitors edged possession at 52 percent in the early stages, looking to establish a rhythm. The Rapids, fueled by Djordje Mihailovic's orchestration in the final third, completely refused to sit back. It quickly became apparent that defensive rigidity was going out the window, replaced by a relentless desire to push numbers forward and test the opposing backline at every single opportunity.
Midfield Shootout
This match didn't just open up; it exploded into an absolute track meet. The delicate Balance of the game swung wildly as both midfields evaporated, leading to a staggering combined 34 shots. The Rapids were clinical in their chance creation, racking up 1.65 expected goals on 18 attempts, constantly firing from inside the penalty area. Seattle responded with equal ferocity, leaning on Jordan Morris to stretch the field and exploit spaces in transition. A barrage of 13 shots on target turned the pitch into a shooting gallery. Adding to the chaos was the relentless set-piece pressure, with 10 total corners keeping both goalkeepers under constant duress. Every time one side seemed ready to grab the game by the scruff of the neck, an immediate counter-punch reset the narrative.
Sharing the Spoils
When the final whistle mercifully blew on this 3-3 thriller, the breathless crowd was left to process a true Western Conference spectacle. The Stakes for the playoff positioning meant a point apiece felt like both a missed opportunity and a vital lifeline. Colorado remains entrenched in the top five, though they will undoubtedly rue their inability to secure all three points at home against a struggling opponent. For the Sounders, avoiding another defeat is a small step in the right direction, potentially staving off an ugly Upset to their entire season trajectory. It was an offensive masterclass that completely ignored defensive fundamentals, delivering exactly the kind of prime-time entertainment that keeps fans on the edge of their seats.
Key Questions
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
Both teams abandoned midfield caution for relentless attacking transitions, combining for 34 shots and capitalizing on defensive gaps in a wildly open contest.
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 Look to Protect Fortress Against Desperate Sounders
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. The Rapids' dominant home record meets a Sounders side fighting to salvage their season, setting up a clash of contrasting momentums.
The Setup
Colorado sit 7th and arrive at Dick's Sporting Goods Park boasting a formidable home record. They have won 80% of their recent fixtures on this turf. Seattle, languishing in 14th after a string of draws and a recent defeat, are desperate for points to revive their campaign. We see a modest Form rating reflecting Seattle's slump and Colorado's mixed overall results. However, a high Balance suggests this could be much tighter than the standings imply, even though the Stakes remain relatively low at this regular season stage.
Key Battle
We are watching P. Aaronson pull the strings in the Rapids midfield against the lethal finishing of Dejan Joveljiฤ. Aaronson's recent playmaking displays have significantly lifted the home side's Stars rating. Joveljiฤ remains the undisputed danger man who can single-handedly punish any lapses in the Colorado defense, making this a pivotal clash of playmaking versus pure finishing.
Our Prediction
Our take sees Colorado Rapids dictating the tempo early on. Seattle Sounders will struggle to break the home lines and deal with relentless pressure. Expect a narrow home victory, with Colorado exploiting the spaces left by a frustrated Seattle backline as the match wears on.