Major League Soccer Gameweek 23
Columbus Crew 3 - 0 FT Colorado Rapids
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
54' Tarun Karumanchi
↓ Noah Cobb ↑Reggie Cannon 59'
↓ Joshua Atencio ↑Kosi Thompson 59'
↓ Youssef Maziz ↑Alexander Dean Harris 59'
↓ Wayne Frederick ↑Donavan Phillip 68'
71' Brooks Lennon
75' ↓ Josef Martínez ↑Gonzalo Tapia
75' ↓ Santiago Rodriguez ↑Taha Habroune
↓ Paxten Aaronson ↑Keegan Rosenberry 77'
81' Gonzalo Tapia (Brais Méndez)
83' ↓ Mohamed Farsi ↑Marcelo Andrés Herrera
83' ↓ Tarun Karumanchi ↑Dylan Chambost
87' ↓ Brooks Lennon ↑Cesar Ruvalcaba
90'+4 Taha Habroune (Gonzalo Tapia)
90'+9 Patrick Schulte
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Columbus Crew
Goalkeepers
Patrick Schulte 
MAGNET
51
Activity
51
Activity
51
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Steven Moreira 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Sean Zawadzki
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
79
Passes
5
Duels
Malte Amundsen 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brooks Lennon 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Mohamed Farsi
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
André Gomes
MAGNET
81
Activity
81
Activity
72
Passes
9
Duels
T. Karumanchi
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Santiago Rodríguez 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Brais Méndez
MAGNET
54
Activity
54
Activity
48
Passes
6
Duels
Josef Martínez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
BENCH
Nicholas Hagen 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Eric Bailly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcelo Herrera 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Cesar Ruvalcaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dylan Chambost
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lautaro Giaccone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Taha Habroune 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
Amar Sejdić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gonzalo Tapia 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Colorado Rapids
Goalkeepers
Adam Beaudry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Noah Cobb
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Rob Holding
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Loïc Williams 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Miguel Navarro
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Joshua Atencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Paxten Aaronson
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Wayne Frederick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Forwards
Darren Yapi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Youssef Maziz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Georgi Minoungou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Bryan Dowd
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jackson Travis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kosi Thompson
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Keegan Rosenberry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Reggie Cannon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Rinaldi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Phillip
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Harris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/07/2026 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 4 | Columbus Crew | Friendlies Clubs | |
| 05/31/2023 | Columbus Crew | 3 - 2 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Lower.com Field |
| 08/14/2022 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 1 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 05/26/2019 | Colorado Rapids | 3 - 2 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park (Denver, Colorado) |
| 09/22/2018 | Columbus Crew | 2 - 1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | MAPFRE Stadium |
| 06/04/2017 | Colorado Rapids | 2 - 1 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 05/14/2016 | Columbus Crew | 1 - 1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | MAPFRE Stadium |
| 08/09/2015 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 2 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 07/05/2014 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 1 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 05/11/2013 | Columbus Crew | 0 - 2 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Columbus Crew Stadium |
02/07/2026
05/31/2023
08/14/2022
05/26/2019
09/22/2018
06/04/2017
05/14/2016
08/09/2015
07/05/2014
05/11/2013
Columbus Crew Win
Colorado Rapids Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +27
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 18 GD: +13
P: 19 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +6
P: 19 GD: +5
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 18 GD: -11
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +32
P: 26 GD: +12
P: 26 GD: +15
P: 26 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 26 GD: +5
P: 25 GD: -8
P: 26 GD: -10
P: 26 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Columbus Crew
Colorado Rapids
Columbus Crew
Colorado Rapids
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Super-Subs Flip the Script in Columbus
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 40/100. Despite arriving on a dismal run of form, the hosts delivered a stunning statement victory that completely shakes up the conference hierarchy.
The Early Breakthrough
Coming into ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, the Stakes seemed relatively straightforward. The visiting Colorado Rapids were sitting pretty in second place, while the home side languished in fourteenth on a brutal five-game winless skid. Yet, soccer rarely follows the expected script. The hosts edged possession in the first half and played with a desperate energy that clearly caught the high-flying visitors off guard. The breakthrough arrived in the 22nd minute when Santiago Rodriguez capitalized on a gap in the Rapids' defensive shape to slot home the opener. Colorado tried to respond, registering several attempts from outside the penalty area, but they lacked a clinical finishing touch. This early advantage allowed Columbus to dictate the tempo and protect their fragile confidence against a top-tier opponent.
The Bench Mob Pivot
The second half saw Colorado desperately hunting for an equalizer, firing multiple shots on the night, though only a fraction forced saves. The tactical Balance hung on a knife's edge until the 75th minute, when Columbus went to their bench to protect the lead. Enter Gonzalo Tapia and Taha Habroune. The duo injected pure adrenaline into the game. Just six minutes after stepping onto the field, Tapia doubled the advantage. Combining brilliantly with Brais Méndez, Tapia finished with authority in the 81st minute to break Colorado's spirit entirely. The Intensity of the Columbus press left the second-place side completely overwhelmed, turning what looked like a tight defensive stand into a commanding offensive display from the home locker room.
Stoppage Time Statement
With the visitors throwing numbers forward in a desperate bid to salvage anything, they left massive defensive holes at the back. The Upset Factor was already secured, but Columbus was not done putting on a show for their home supporters. Deep into stoppage time, Tapia turned provider, setting up his fellow super-sub. Habroune smashed the ball into the net in the 94th minute to make it 3-0, capping off a truly remarkable cameo. The massive victory at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field does not just snap a dismal losing streak for the Columbus Crew; it proves they can dismantle one of the league's elite when their finishing clicks. For Colorado, it is a jarring reality check that table positioning guarantees absolutely nothing.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Columbus Crew's season?
This 3-0 victory snaps a dreadful five-game winless streak, injecting massive confidence and proving they can dismantle top-tier opposition despite their lowly league standing.
How did substitute T. Habroune change the game?
Coming on in the 75th minute, Habroune added relentless attacking energy, culminating in a stoppage-time goal that sealed a dominant late surge for the hosts.
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.
A Mid-Table Grind Lacking Spark
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. With both sides struggling for consistency and little on the line, this MLS fixture is strictly for the diehards.
The Setup
At ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, Columbus Crew welcome Colorado Rapids. The home side sits 15th, desperate to salvage a bleak regular season. Their Form rating reflects a dismal run, picking up just one win in their last five outings. The Rapids are slightly better off in 8th, but a modest Balance score hints at a disjointed matchup that won't necessarily translate to high drama. We aren't seeing massive Stakes here. A dire Stars rating confirms there is no marquee name to drag this game into the spotlight. Known quantities like Brais Méndez and D. Rossi will need to do the heavy lifting for the Crew if they want to give their fans anything to cheer about.
Key Battle
The Crew's leaky backline goes head-to-head with a Rapids attack that finds ways to grind out results. With Columbus conceding 36 goals already this campaign, their defensive unit must figure out how to stop the quick transitions sparked by the away side's midfield. If Colorado can exploit the space behind the fullbacks, it will be a long night for the home crowd.
Our Prediction
Our take is a scrappy home win. Despite their terrible league position, the Crew are slight favorites on their own patch. We expect a 2-1 Columbus victory, forged more through desperation than pure quality. The Rapids will likely strike on the counter, but the home side's urgency should push them over the finish line.