Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Colorado Rapids defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Mihailovic 24′, C. Harris 28′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Colorado Rapids had 31% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 69%. Colorado Rapids had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Colorado Rapids 0.71 — Los Angeles Galaxy 0.62. Colorado Rapids made 3 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles Galaxy — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Colorado Rapids had 31% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 69%. Colorado Rapids registered 8 shots (4 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 0–5. Fouls committed: 12–10.
Lineups
Colorado Rapids lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Christopher Armas, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Gregory Dean Vanney.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Colorado Rapids is 6.81, compared to 6.83 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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. Colorado Rapids's highest-rated starter is Rafael Navarro (7.18), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is J. Paintsil (7.25).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Colorado Rapids have contributed 9 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Rafael Navarro (8G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 16 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by Gabriel Pec (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Colorado Rapids deploy 4 defenders rated 6.57 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.67. 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
Colorado Rapids field 5 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 5 rated 7.05. 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
Colorado Rapids start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.18, compared to 1 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 6.64. 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 85% for Colorado Rapids and 84% for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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
Colorado Rapids's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 Colorado Rapids's starting XI is 24.4 (youngest: J. Atencio (23), oldest: R. Cannon (27)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 27.3 (youngest: Matheus Nascimento (21), oldest: M. Yoshida (37)). 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
Colorado Rapids's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 12 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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: Christopher Armas
Substitutes
Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney
Rivalry since 2012
Colorado Rapids vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results· 34
Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 34 times — Colorado Rapids won 12, Los Angeles Galaxy won 15, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Los Angeles Galaxy leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 34 meetings. A combined 98 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.88 per match (40 for the home side, 58 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 18 games (53%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2014.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Colorado Rapids have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Los Angeles Galaxy show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026