RAFAEL NAVARRO NEWS

Invisible in loss Saturday Navarro recorded no stats in Saturday's 5-0 defeat to Los Angeles Galaxy. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 37th minute.

Impact Navarro was expected to lead the attacking line for the Rapids in this matchup after bagging 15 goals and delivering five assists in the regular season, but he was annulled completely by the Galaxy defense. The Brazilian striker is one of several players who need to improve in the rest of the series if Colorado want to avoid the first-round sweep at the hands of the Galaxy.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal in regular-season finale Navarro scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Austin FC.

Impact Navarro scored the Rapids' equalizer in the dying moments of the first half, as he took advantage of his pace to get past players and then coolly placed a shot past Brad Stuver. Navarro scored 15 goals in the regular season and will play a key role for Colorado in the postseson series against the Galaxy which starts on Oct. 26.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots in loss Navarro had five shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Navarro led the Colorado attack with five shots (one on target) Saturday, though Colorado fell 1 - 0 to Seattle. After netting 14 goals over his first 28 appearances (27 starts), Navarro has now gone scoreless in five successive appearances. Over that span, he's still managed to attempt 12 shots (three on goal) and create seven chances.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal from set piece Navarro scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Portland Timbers.

Impact Navarro scored the crucial winning goal in the 71st minute of the game as he got on the end of a Djordje Mihailovic free-kick. Since returning to the MLS after the Leagues Cup, the forward has scored three goals in two games. This was only the second time this season that he has taken five shots in a game.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Navarro's goal powers Rapids past Timbers Rafael Navarro’s goal in the 71st minute Saturday night snapped a tie and led the Colorado Rapids to a 2-1 win over the Portland Timbers in...

SEPTEMBER 15 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Rafael Navarro, Djordje Mihailovic lead Rapids to 2-1 victory over Timbers

Rafael Navarro scored a second-half goal, Djordje Mihailovic had two assists and the Colorado Rapids defeated the Portland Timbers 2-1

SEPTEMBER 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids against the Portland Timbers

Rafael Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with the Portland Timbers after a two-goal outing against Dallas

SEPTEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets brace in win over Dallas Navarro scored two goals off three shots (all on target) and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-2 win over Dallas.

Impact Navarro put to an end his six-game scoreless streak in league play. And he did that in style, scoring once each half to lead his side in a very important win. That's now 13 goals over 27 league appearances for the striker, who became an integral part of the team this year after struggling in his debut MLS campaign.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Rapids permanently acquire F Rafael Navarro from Palmeiras The Colorado Rapids signed Brazilian forward Rafael Navarro through 2027 with an option for 2028, the MLS club announced Thursday.Navarro, 2...

JUNE 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Rapids permanently acquire F Rafael Navarro from Palmeiras The Colorado Rapids signed Brazilian forward Rafael Navarro through 2027 with an option for 2028, the MLS club announced Thursday.Navarro, 2...

JUNE 27 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Colorado Rapids fully acquire Rafael Navarro | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Colorado Rapids have fully acquired striker Rafael Navarro from Brazilian top-flight side Palmeiras, th...

JUNE 27 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Join Rapids permanently Navarro has made the permanent transfer from Palmeiras to the Colorado Rapids, his new club announced Thursday.

Impact Navarro will not be leaving Colorado at the end of his loan, as he has now made the move to join the team permanently on a three-and-a-half-year deal. He has been solid since joining the club and should be expected to continue as a regular starter, especially with his 12-goal contributions this campaign, having the second-highest tally in the club.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Rapids lock up star Rafael Navarro through 2027 season Colorado Rapids leading goal scorer Rafael Navarro has signed a deal with the club through the 2027 season, the Denver Post reported Wednesd...

JUNE 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Scores Saturday Navarro scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-1 win over CF Montreal.

Impact Navarro started up top and added his name to the laundry list of scorers during Saturday's demolition. The forward was in and around the box throughout, though his finishing left something to be desired. Still it's a solid performance and a good sign that Colorado's early season surge is here to stay.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Navarro scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win against Austin FC.

Impact Navarro got back to his goal-scoring ways Saturday, as he would find the net in the 49th minute of the win. This was his first goal since ending a five-match scoring streak two games ago, and now has 10 goals on the campaign. This was his fifth match this season with four or more shots.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Bassett, Rafael Navarro, Zack Steffen guide Rapids to 2-0 victory over Austin

Cole Bassett had a first-half goal, Rafael Navarro scored in the second half and Zack Steffen notched his fourth clean sheet of the season in the Colorado Rapids’ 2-0 victory over...

JUNE 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses penalty in loss Navarro generated four shots (three on goal) in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Navarro had a chance to score in his sixth consecutive match Wednesday, but his penalty in the 49th minute was saved by Andrew Tarbell. Luckily for Navarro, Djordje Mihailovic scored off the penalty save, nullifying the mistake. He took four shots for the fourth time in his last five appearances before he was subbed off in the 70th minute for Darren Yapi.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in 3-3 draw Navarro scored one goal to go with four shots (four on goal) and four crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Minnesota United.

Impact Navarro scored his ninth goal of the season and fifth in the last five fixtures. The 24-year-old is the leading goal scorer for the Rapids. It was the first occasion this season where Navarro produced four crosses.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in derby defeat Navarro scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-3 loss versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Navarro took advantage of a few clumsy decisions from Real Salt Lake, and while he was benefited from a rebound that allowed him to face Zac MacMath one-on-one, it's worth noting Navarro's chipped finish was nothing short of outstanding as well. Navarro needs to be more consistent in front of goal to have value as a fantasy alternative, but he's getting there after finding the back of the net in each of Colorado's last four games. He's up to eight goals in the current campaign.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in win Navarro scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Navarro shot three times and found the back of the net with one of them while also setting up two more chances. It was a solid offensive showing against a really strong defense. Navarro and Colorado have been surging up the standings after a dreadful 2023 and seem far more competitive in 2024.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Navarro, Steffen propel Rapids to 1-0 victory over Whitecaps

Rafael Navarro scored on a penalty kick after Vancouver’s Bjørn Inge Utvik drew a red card during first-half stoppage time and Zack Steffen made it stand up as the Rapids beat the...

MAY 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against San Jose Earthquakes Navarro scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 loss against San Jose Earthquakes. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd minute.

Impact Navarro scored the opening goal in the 33rd minute, assisted by Djordje Mihailovic. Navarro's performance included five successful dribbles, a tackle, and a blocked shot. He's now been involved in six goals in the last six games.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Road-hot Rapids top New York City for first time with 2-0 victory Rafael Navarro scored early, Cole Bassett had an assist and a late goal and Zack Steffen notched his first clean sheet with Colorado as the...

MAY 5 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids against Dallas

Rafael Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with Dallas after scoring two goals against the San Jose Earthquakes

APRIL 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS