DIEGO RUBIO NEWS

Starting once more Rubio (ankle) is in the starting XI ahead of Saturday's match against Vancouver.

Impact Rubio was part of a surprise trio of consistent starters added to the injury report. Just like Max and Sam Nicholson, Rubio is also back in the starting XI, and avoids missing any time. Rubio has one goal and two assists in his last three matches in attacking midfield.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing fitness test for Saturday Rubio is dealing with an ankle issue and is listed as questionable in Colorado's injury report for the Whitecaps match this weekend.

Impact Rubio has started four consecutive MLS games in attacking midfield for the Rapids, tallying a goal and an assist from 11 shots (seven on target) and eight chances created in that span. It would be a huge loss for the team if Rubio wasn't fit enough to play against Vancouver, as the attacking lineup beyond him is already in a bit of flux at the moment.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against St. Louis Rubio created six chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against St. Louis City. He also made an interception, four clearances and took two shots on target in the match...

Impact Rubio set up Michael Barrios' stoppage time equalizer Saturday with a clever back-heeled flick for his first assist of the season. Rubio is averaging three shots (1.9 on target) and 2.2 chances created per 90 minutes across his four starts in 2023.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Rubio took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC. He also made a clearance, an interception and won one of one tackles in the m...

Impact Rubio has taken nine total shots (five on target) across his three starts in attacking midfield this season, scoring one goal and recording a secondary assist in that span as well now.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Barrios scores late to help Rapids tie Charlotte 2-2

Michael Barrios scored in the first minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the Colorado Rapids to a 2-2 draw with Charlotte FC

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado tops Sporting KC 1-0 for first win of season

Diego Rubio scored in the second half, William Yarbrough made it stand up and the Colorado Rapids earned their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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APRIL 9, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores winner at Kansas City Rubio scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Rubio scored the winning goal Saturday, an outside the box strike in the 68th minute assisted by Darren Yapi. It was one of three shots (two on target) he took in the match, to go with one chance created and two clearances in 85 minutes of action.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots against LAFC Rubio took four shots (two on target) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against LAFC. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Rubio returned from international duty and made his first MLS start of the season on Saturday. He was a threat going forward from attacking midfield while Jonathan Lewis got another start up top at striker.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to club Rubio (not injury related) is back in Colorado and expected to be available for selection against LAFC this weekend.

Impact Rubio played the first half of Chile's international friendly victory against Paraguay on Monday as he continues building back up to full fitness after missing the beginning of the MLS campaign with a knee injury. He could make his first start of the season for Colorado in Saturday's clash against LAFC.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned by Chile Rubio was called up for a Mar. 27 friendly with the Chile national team.

Impact Rubio will miss a Saturday trip to Austin while traveling with the team, leaving Kevin Cabral to take the starting role at the top of the attack as Darren Yapi has also been called up to national team duty. Rubio made a single appearance off the bench while recovering from a long-term injury, and is likely still not back to full fitness.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance off bench Rubio subbed into Saturday's match against Minnesota United in the 61st minute, creating a chance in the 2-1 defeat.

Impact Rubio made his season debut against Minnesota on Saturday after recovering from a minor knee operation he underwent in late February. He should take over from Darren Yapi as the starting center forward once he's back up to full fitness.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as expected Rubio (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Minnesota.

Impact Rubio is back on the bench Saturday, putting him in line to make his season debut. The forward has been ruled out for the opening three matches with a knee injury, but seems to have finally made his return. Rubio trained throughout the week, but evidently isn't fit enough to return to full action in the starting XI.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Rubio (knee) was back in training with the Rapids on Wednesday, according to team reporter Matt Pollard. He is listed as questionable in the injury report for Saturday's clash agai...

Impact Rubio is yet to make his season debut for Colorado after undergoing a minor knee surgery in late February, but he's making progress with his recovery and could be facing a fitness test to be available against Minnesota this weekend. Teenager Darren Yapi has begun the campaign as the starting striker in Rubio's absence.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rapids, Sporting KC end in scoreless draw

William Yarbrough finished with a career-high 11 saves to help the Colorado Rapids earn a scoreless draw with Sporting Kansas City

MARCH 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado Rapids forward Diego Rubio sidelined by knee surgery | MLSSoccer.com The Colorado Rapids will be without forward Diego Rubio during the early portions of their 2023 season, as the club announced Monday he’s un...

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Undergoes minor knee surgery Rubio is expected to miss 2-5 weeks after undergoing a successful operation to remove a loose body in his right knee, the Rapids announced Monday.

Impact Rubio missed Sunday's season-opening defeat against the Sounders due to this knee injury, and he will not return now at least until mid-March while he recovers from this surgery. Darren Yapi started the game up front in his absence and could continue there, though Kevin Cabral and Michael Barrios remain options in the position as well.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with knee injury Rubio will miss Sunday's season opener against the Sounders with a knee injury, according to Colorado's injury report.

Impact Rubio was the Rapids' leading scorer last season with 16 goals in 30 MLS appearances (28 starts), but he will be sidelined for the 2023 opener against Seattle due to a knee injury. Kevin Cabral, Michael Barrios or Jonathan Lewis (ankle) could replace him up front for the game.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs late equalizing goal Rubio scored from his only shot-on-target in Sunday's 1-1 draw with FC Austin. He also picked up a yellow card.

Impact Rubio, the captain, scored in the dying minutes of the game to steal a point for Colorado in Sunday's match. The goal was a header resulting from a corner set-piece. The striker has been in hot form recently scoring four goals in his last five games and now ties the Rapids all-time scoring record. From 30 appearances (28 starts) he has scored 16 goals and delivered five assists.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Rubio ties Colorado Rapids' single-season scoring record in season finale tie against Austin FC Forward Diego Rubio headed home a looping headed pass from teammate Lalas Abubakar to find the back of the net. The goal was the final kick...

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Colorado Rapids play Austin following shutout victory

A game after shutting out Dallas 1-0, the Colorado Rapids face Austin

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Dallas Rubio scored a goal and created two chances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against FC Dallas. He also won two of three tackles, and he took four shots (three on target) overall in the m...

Impact Rubio bagged his 15th goal of the campaign on Saturday as his strike won the game for his side. He also has three goals in his last four appearances and will hope to continue that form through next weekend's season finale against Austin FC.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rubio scores as Colorado Rapids defeat Dallas

Diego Rubio scored an all-important goal while William Yarbrough stopped the one shot he faced as the Colorado Rapids earned a 1-0 victory Saturday over Dallas

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado Rapids face Dallas in Western Conference action

The Colorado Rapids host Dallas in conference action

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LA Galaxy host the Colorado Rapids in conference play

The LA Galaxy host the Colorado Rapids in Western Conference action

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS