OCTOBER 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM
COLORADO 15-5-14 · 7TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
15-5-14 · 7TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
Zack Steffen makes USMNT return under Pochettino: "He deserved the opportunity" | MLSSoccer.com The name and face is familiar to the US men’s national team and their supporters, though the timing and circumstances are perhaps unexpected...
Sam Vines - On bench against Galaxy Vines (hamstring) is on the bench for the midweek match against Los Angeles Galaxy.
Impact Vines is back from a one-month absence, taking a spot among the substitutes while Reggie Cannon starts at left-back. Prior to the injury, Vines was a regular defensive contributor and had just scored his first goal of the season in his most recent appearance. He's likely ready for a few minutes Wednesday after which he should be in contention for significant time.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Zack Steffen returns to US national team in Mauricio Pochettino's first roster
Mauricio Pochettino’s first roster as U.S. national team coach brought back goalkeeper Zack Steffen, who was dropped under Gregg BerhalterOCTOBER 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Colorado Rapids bring home winning streak into matchup against the LA Galaxy
The Colorado Rapids host the LA Galaxy looking to continue a three-game home winning streakOCTOBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Djordje Mihailovic - Sends seven crosses, zero accurate Mihailovic generated two shots (one on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Minnesota United.
Impact Mihailovic delivered a notable effort with a minimum of seven crosses for the fourth time in five outings, however, this marked the first time in that span that he failed to land at least one on target. This also marked the fourth time in five outings that he had at least two shots and at least one on target.
SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Zack Steffen - Concedes three in defeat Steffen had seven saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Minnesota United.
Impact Despite tying his second-highest total of the season with seven saves in the match, it was not enough as Steffen also conceded three goals, while his side came up scoreless. This also marked the second time in three outings that Steffen conceded at least three goals. Up next for the Rapids is a meeting with LA Galaxy on Wednesday.
SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Kelvin Yeboah continues historic start for Minnesota United in 3-0 victory over Rapids
Kelvin Yeboah scored a goal in each half, becoming the fourth player in MLS history to score in five of his first six matches, and Minnesota United rolled to a 3-0 victory over the...SEPTEMBER 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kelvin Yeboah gets another brace as Minnesota United blank Rapids Kelvin Yeboah scored two goals and Hassani Dotson also scored to lead Minnesota United to a 3-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids on Saturday...
SEPTEMBER 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Minnesota United vs. Colorado Rapids | Yeboah Brace! | Full Match Highlights
SEPTEMBER 29 • YOUTUBE
Rapids aim to continue turnaround season vs. Minnesota With their first playoff berth in three seasons wrapped up, the Colorado Rapids will try to build on one of the best turnaround stories in M...
SEPTEMBER 27 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Cole Bassett - Ruled out against Minnesota Bassett (quad) is out for Saturday's trip to Minnesota, per the MLS injury report.
Impact Bassett isn't an option for Saturday's trip to Minnesota, as he deals with a quad injury. The midfielder has been a constant in the starting XI and could be tough to replace. Oliver Larraz is likely to take over in holding midfield Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE
Colorado Rapids play Minnesota United after shutout victory
A game after shutting out Toronto 2-0, the Colorado Rapids face Minnesota UnitedSEPTEMBER 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Colorado Rapids "hungry for more" after clinching playoff spot | MLSSoccer.com What a difference a year makes.
SEPTEMBER 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Cannon, Mihailovic score as Rapids beat Toronto 2-0, clinch playoff berth
Reggie Cannon scored a goal in the 53rd minute, Djordje Mihailovic converted a penalty kick in stoppage time and the Colorado Rapids beat Toronto FC 2-0 to clinch a berth in the ML...SEPTEMBER 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Colorado Rapids vs. Toronto FC | Cannon Strikes! | Full Match Highlights
SEPTEMBER 22 • YOUTUBE
Connor Ronan - Makes an interception Ronan crossed three times inaccurately and made an interception during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.
Impact Ronan was held off the scoresheet, but tied for the team-high with his lone interception in the match. The midfielder hasn't had a goal involvement since the opening match of the season in February as a defensive minded option in the Rapids' midfield.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Djordje Mihailovic - Converts penalty in win Mihailovic scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing nine times (four accurate) and creating six chances during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.
Impact Mihailovic converted a penalty in the 90th minute to add an insurance goal for Colorado while leading the team in crosses and chances created. The attacker has three goal involvements over his last three matches and is a consistent source of attacking output with a combined six shots, 15 chances created and 20 crosses over that same timeframe.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Rapids shut out Toronto FC to clinch playoff berth The Colorado Rapids secured an MLS Cup playoff spot with a 2-0 victory over Toronto FC on Saturday in Commerce City, Colo.Reggie Cannon and...
SEPTEMBER 22 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Zack Steffen - One save in clean sheet Steffen kept a clean sheet while making a save during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.
Impact Steffen helped Colorado claim all three points by shutting out Toronto on Saturday. The keeper has allowed five goals while making 10 saves over his last three starts with the clean sheet being his first since June.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Reggie Cannon - Scores first goal with Colorado Cannon scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.
Impact Cannon found the back of the net in the 52nd minute to open the scoring in the match. The goal was the fullback's first with Colorado and his first in MLS since the 2019 season.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Darren Yapi - Assists opening goal Yapi had an assist with his lone chance created while taking three shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.
Impact Yapi set up Reggie Cannon in the 52nd minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Colorado with three tackles. The start was Yapi's first since June as he's combined for two goal involvements, four shots and three chances created over his last three appearances.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Colorado Rapids clinch Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs spot | MLSSoccer.com Colorado Rapids are in the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs, clinching their spot with Saturday's 2-0 win vs. Toronto FC. The milestone arrives af...
SEPTEMBER 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Lalas Abubakar - Starting immediately Abubakar (concussion) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Toronto.
Impact Abubakar is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash. The defender entered concussion protocol last time out but has now immediately been brought back into the starting XI. The defender has been a consistent starter when fit.
SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Colorado Rapids host Toronto in non-conference matchup
The Colorado Rapids host Toronto in non-conference playSEPTEMBER 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Michael Edwards - Scores goal in loss Edwards scored one goal from two shots (one on target) and had five clearances in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to KC
Impact Edwards made only his second start of the season on Wednesday, and was easily Colorado's best player on the day, blocking five shots along with his goal. Although the contract he signed last year was only for two years, he still has another year option and with more performances like this, he could see that option triggered for next year.
SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
