Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Los Angeles FC defeated Colorado Rapids 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Bouanga 42′ (pen.), N. Ordaz 48′, J. Dilrosun 59′. 1 red card. Los Angeles FC had 73% possession while Colorado Rapids held 27%. Los Angeles FC had 21 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Colorado Rapids. Expected goals: Los Angeles FC 3.18 — Colorado Rapids 0.47. Los Angeles FC made 5 substitutions, Colorado Rapids made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles FC and Colorado Rapids — 3 goals and 1 card recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Los Angeles FC had 73% possession against Colorado Rapids's 27%. Los Angeles FC registered 21 shots (5 on target) while Colorado Rapids managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–0. Fouls committed: 20–8.
Lineups
Los Angeles FC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Steven Emil Cherundolo, while Colorado Rapids deployed a 4-3-1-2 under Christopher Armas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles FC is 7.08, compared to 6.85 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. Los Angeles FC's highest-rated starter is D. Bouanga (7.67), while Colorado Rapids's best-rated player is Rafael Navarro (7.18).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles FC have contributed 42 goals and 26 assists this season, led by D. Bouanga (26G). 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
Los Angeles FC deploy 4 defenders rated 7.06 on average, against Colorado Rapids's 3-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
Los Angeles FC field 3 midfielders averaging 7.06, versus Colorado Rapids's 5 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
Los Angeles FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.22, 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 51% for Los Angeles FC and 83% 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
Los Angeles FC's starters have collected 41 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 Los Angeles FC's starting XI is 29.1 (youngest: N. Ordaz (21), oldest: H. Lloris (39)), while Colorado Rapids average 24.0 (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
Los Angeles FC's starters average 27 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: Steven Emil Cherundolo
Substitutes
Coach: Christopher Armas
Rivalry since 2018
Los Angeles FC vs Colorado Rapids Head to Head Results· 17
Los Angeles FC and Colorado Rapids have met 17 times — Los Angeles FC won 9, Colorado Rapids won 5, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2018. Los Angeles FC leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 17 meetings. A combined 49 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.88 per match (32 for the home side, 17 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (35%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (65%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Los Angeles FC are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles FC 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