Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Houston Dynamo and Colorado Rapids drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by A. Bassi 42′, D. Mihailovic 58′ (pen.), Rafael Navarro 77′, O. Lingr 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Houston Dynamo had 63% possession while Colorado Rapids held 37%. Houston Dynamo had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Colorado Rapids. Expected goals: Houston Dynamo 0.91 — Colorado Rapids 2.84. Houston Dynamo made 4 substitutions, Colorado Rapids made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dynamo and Colorado Rapids — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Kowalczyk
Penalty
assist: D. Mihailovic
Match Statistics
Houston Dynamo had 63% possession against Colorado Rapids's 37%. Houston Dynamo registered 14 shots (7 on target) while Colorado Rapids managed 13 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 17–8.
Lineups
Houston Dynamo lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero, while Colorado Rapids deployed a 4-4-2 under Christopher Armas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dynamo is 6.76, compared to 6.81 for Colorado Rapids. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Houston Dynamo's highest-rated starter is J. McGlynn (7.41), while Colorado Rapids's best-rated player is Rafael Navarro (7.18).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dynamo have contributed 3 goals and 4 assists this season, led by J. McGlynn (2G). Colorado Rapids's starters account for 12 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by Rafael Navarro (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Houston Dynamo deploy 4 defenders rated 6.45 on average, against Colorado Rapids's 4-man backline averaging 6.57. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Houston Dynamo field 5 midfielders averaging 7.05, versus Colorado Rapids's 4 rated 6.69. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Houston Dynamo start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.40, compared to 2 for Colorado Rapids averaging 6.96. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 82% for Houston Dynamo and 84% for Colorado Rapids. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Houston Dynamo's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Colorado Rapids. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Houston Dynamo's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: J. McGlynn (22), oldest: E. Sviatchenko (34)), while Colorado Rapids average 25.2 (youngest: D. Yapi (21), oldest: Z. Steffen (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Houston Dynamo's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 11 for Colorado Rapids. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero
Substitutes
Coach: Christopher Armas
Rivalry since 2012
Houston Dynamo vs Colorado Rapids Head to Head Results· 29
Houston Dynamo and Colorado Rapids have met 29 times — Houston Dynamo won 8, Colorado Rapids won 12, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Colorado Rapids leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 29 meetings. A combined 80 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.76 per match (37 for the home side, 43 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (62%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (48%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–2 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dynamo have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Colorado Rapids show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026