Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Portland Timbers defeated Colorado Rapids 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Mihailovic 33′, Antony 59′, K. Kelsy 76′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Portland Timbers had 71% possession while Colorado Rapids held 29%. Portland Timbers had 23 shots (9 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Colorado Rapids. Expected goals: Portland Timbers 3.65 — Colorado Rapids 1.01. Portland Timbers made 4 substitutions, Colorado Rapids made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Portland Timbers and Colorado Rapids — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Bassett
assist: J. Mosquera
Match Statistics
Portland Timbers had 71% possession against Colorado Rapids's 29%. Portland Timbers registered 23 shots (9 on target) while Colorado Rapids managed 11 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 11–18.
Lineups
Portland Timbers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Philip John Neville, while Colorado Rapids deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Christopher Armas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Portland Timbers is 6.79, compared to 6.72 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. Portland Timbers's highest-rated starter is J. Mosquera (7.23), while Colorado Rapids's best-rated player is N. Defreitas-Hansen (7.05).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Portland Timbers have contributed 5 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Antony (2G). Colorado Rapids's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by D. Yapi (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Portland Timbers deploy 4 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Colorado Rapids's 3-man backline averaging 6.63. 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
Portland Timbers field 5 midfielders averaging 6.78, versus Colorado Rapids's 6 rated 6.63. 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
Portland Timbers start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.59, compared to 1 for Colorado Rapids averaging 6.74. 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 88% for Portland Timbers and 87% 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
Portland Timbers's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 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 Portland Timbers's starting XI is 25.6 (youngest: F. Surman (22), oldest: F. Mora (32)), while Colorado Rapids average 23.8 (youngest: D. Yapi (21), oldest: R. Cannon (27)). 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
Portland Timbers's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 7 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: Philip John Neville
Substitutes
Coach: Christopher Armas
Rivalry since 2012
Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids Head to Head Results· 33
Portland Timbers and Colorado Rapids have met 33 times — Portland Timbers won 16, Colorado Rapids won 10, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Portland Timbers leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 33 meetings. A combined 92 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.79 per match (52 for the home side, 40 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (42%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (61%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2019.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Portland Timbers have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. 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