Major League Soccer Gameweek 21
San Diego 3 - 0 FT Colorado Rapids
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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
27' O. Valakari
35' E. Achouri
HT
↓ H. Ojediran ↑Y. Maziz 46'
↓ D. Sealy ↑D. Yapi 46'
↓ J. Atencio ↑W. Frederick 46'
R. Cannon 58'
↓ G. Minoungou ↑A. Harris 60'
67' ↓ O. Valakari ↑M. Ingvartsen
68' ↓ E. Achouri ↑A. Pellegrino
71' Gabriel Pirani (M. Ingvartsen)
↓ R. Cannon ↑K. Rosenberry 76'
86' ↓ M. Ingvartsen ↑L. Morgan
K. Rosenberry 89'
A. Harris 90'+2
90'+3 ↓ I. Murphy ↑C. McVey
90'+3 ↓ Gabriel Pirani ↑A. Alvarado Jr
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
San Diego
Goalkeepers
CJ dos Santos 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Oscar Verhoeven
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Manu Duah 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
89%
Duel Win %
Ian Murphy 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
51%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Luca Bombino
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
8
Tackles
73%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Anders Dreyer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aníbal Godoy 
MAGNET
75
Activity
75
Activity
64
Passes
11
Duels
Jeppe Tverskov
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
77
Passes
10
Duels
Gabriel Pirani 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Onni Valakari
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Elias Achouri
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Duran Ferree 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Christopher McVey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ian Pilcher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dagur Dan Þórhallsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcus Ingvartsen 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
19
Minutes
6.9
Rating
Amahl Pellegrino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lewis Morgan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Alvarado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Colorado Rapids
Goalkeepers
Nico Hansen 
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Reggie Cannon
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Rob Holding
MAGNET
107
Activity
107
Activity
98
Passes
9
Duels
Loïc Williams 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Kosi Thompson 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
33%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Joshua Atencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Paxten Aaronson
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Hamzat Ojediran
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
Dante Sealy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Rafael Navarro 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Georgi Minoungou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
BENCH
Adam Beaudry
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Keegan Rosenberry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Cobb
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Youssef Maziz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wayne Frederick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Tchoumba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Darren Yapi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Harris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Donavan Phillip
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | Colorado Rapids | 1 - 0 | San Diego | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| 05/15/2025 | San Diego | 2 - 0 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer | Snapdragon Stadium |
| 04/13/2025 | Colorado Rapids | 3 - 2 | San Diego | Major League Soccer | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
07/23/2026
05/15/2025
04/13/2025
San Diego Win
Colorado Rapids Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +23
P: 19 GD: +6
P: 18 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: 0
P: 17 GD: +1
P: 16 GD: +9
P: 17 GD: +4
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 18 GD: -4
P: 19 GD: 0
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 16 GD: 0
P: 17 GD: -8
P: 16 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -24
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +30
P: 25 GD: +4
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +8
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +14
P: 25 GD: +1
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 24 GD: -2
P: 25 GD: -6
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 23 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -33
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
San Diego Dismantles Colorado in Gritty Snapdragon Showdown
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. San Diego maximized their attacking chances to secure a vital regular-season victory, ruthlessly exposing Colorado’s offensive frustrations.
Early Breakthroughs
Possession was a pure 50-50 deadlock right out of the gate, but San Diego utilized clinical efficiency to break this game wide open. After a highly physical start on the grass at Snapdragon Stadium, O. Valakari capitalized on a defensive lapse to find the net in the 27th minute. The home crowd barely had time to settle before E. Achouri doubled the advantage just eight minutes later, punishing a disorganized backline. The Balance of the match shifted decisively during this quick flurry of goals. The hosts clearly did not need to command the ball to dictate the terms of engagement. Colorado Rapids tried desperately to fight their way back into contention, racking up cynical fouls in the process, but they completely failed to test the home defense during these pivotal opening stages.
The Physical Midfield Trench
The middle of the field quickly devolved into a gritty, stop-start wrestling match. With 21 total fouls committed by the frustrated visitors, the Intensity rating perfectly reflects a disjointed affair rather than a free-flowing soccer spectacle. Colorado Rapids managed to attempt nine total shots, yet their paltry 0.43 expected goals told the true story of their massive offensive struggles. They simply could not penetrate the penalty area. San Diego's resolute defensive shape held firm, absolutely refusing to yield any high-quality scoring chances to the opposition. The Rapids clearly lacked the creative spark required to unlock a deeply disciplined defensive unit. The home side was perfectly happy to absorb the physical pressure, weather the numerous midfield collisions, and look for smart counter-attacking opportunities as the clock ticked down.
Clinical Substitutions Seal It
Any lingering hope of a miraculous Colorado comeback was completely extinguished in the 71st minute. The Stakes were getting high for the trailing visitors, but San Diego ruthlessly delivered the fatal final blow. M. Ingvartsen came off the bench to immediately provide a perfectly timed assist for Gabriel Pirani, emphatically wrapping up a comprehensive 3-0 victory. Beyond the goalscorers, the true standout of the night was starting defender Manu Duah. His outstanding, mistake-free shift at the back easily earned him the top rating on the field. San Diego’s ruthless attacking efficiency—scoring three goals from a mere 1.19 expected goals—keeps them confidently climbing the Western Conference ladder, leaving Colorado to painfully rethink their lackluster offensive strategy moving forward.
Key Questions
What does this mean for San Diego's season?
This massive statement win pushes their points tally to 26, solidifying their mid-table status and keeping crucial playoff aspirations vividly alive in a highly competitive Western Conference.
How did substitute Manu Duah change the game?
Despite the question's premise, defender Manu Duah anchored the starting backline perfectly. His flawless defensive interventions completely neutralized Colorado's attack, earning him Match of the Match honors.
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.
Mid-Table Malaise Looms in Southern California
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 59/100. With both sides trapped in the lower reaches of the standings, this clash lacks the urgency and spark to be a mandatory watch.
The Setup
When San Diego welcome Colorado Rapids to Snapdragon Stadium this August 23, 2026, expectations will be firmly grounded. Sitting 13th and 11th respectively in the regular season standings, this fixture suffers from a bottom-out Stakes rating. Neither team brings compelling momentum to the pitch. San Diego’s erratic Form has yielded just five wins all season, while Colorado have tasted defeat in three of their last five outings. The only glimmer of quality comes from a respectable Stars rating, driven largely by the presence of A. Dreyer trying to orchestrate the home midfield.
Key Battle
Expect a gritty, congested affair in the middle of the park. San Diego's midfield engine will attempt to break down a Colorado backline that has already leaked 25 goals this campaign. With a heavily skewed Balance rating that tips the scales toward the hosts, the visitors are likely to absorb pressure and look to strike on the counter-attack.
Our Prediction
We see a low-tempo 1-1 draw unfolding. San Diego will command the lion's share of possession and likely open the scoring through a set-piece, but their own defensive frailties mean Colorado will eventually find a scrappy equalizer late in the game.