Main prediction: Colorado Rapids to win the clash
Alternative tip: draw or Colorado Rapids
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Colorado Rapids and Sporting KC have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 16/08 (Sunday), at Dick's Sporting Goods Park, at 02:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, Colorado Rapids have won 2 time(s) and score 0.8 goals per match. Meanwhile, Sporting KC have won 1 time(s). Colorado Rapids have a 63% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC.
Prediction for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
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Overview Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
Colorado Rapids are strong favourites, with odds of just 1.59 and a 63% chance of winning. The odds for a Sporting Kansas City win are at 6.897 and a draw at 9.5.
In the MLS, Colorado Rapids have 7 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 27 goal(s) scored and 25 conceded, having Rafael Navarro Leal as top scorer with 9 goal(s). Meanwhile, Sporting KC have 4 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 12 defeat(s), with 18 goal(s) scored and 46 conceded, and Dejan Joveljić as top scorer with 8 goal(s).
In the last 5 clashes between Colorado Rapids and Sporting KC, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 4 clashes between Colorado Rapids and Sporting KC, all had over 9.5 corners.
Colorado Rapids have conceded goals in all of their last 5 clashes against Sporting KC.
In the last 3 matches involving Colorado Rapids, all had under 2.5 goals.
Sporting KC have conceded goals in their last 18 matches in the league.
In the last 3 matches involving Sporting KC, all had under 9.5 corners.
Head-to-head between Colorado Rapids and Sporting KC
In 36 clashes, Sporting KC have the advantage over Colorado Rapids: 15 win(s) against 11 and 10 draw(s). The most recent was on 22/03/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: Sporting KC 1-4 Colorado Rapids.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Colorado Rapids: current form
Colorado Rapids are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
7 win(s), 1 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.22 point(s) per match
27 goals scored (1.5 per match)
Top scorer: Rafael Navarro Leal (9 goal(s))
Sporting KC: current form
Meanwhile, Sporting KC are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.
See their specific numbers in the Major League Soccer:
4 win(s), 2 draw(s), 12 defeat(s)
Performance: 0.78 point(s) per match
18 goals scored (1 per match)
Top scorer: Dejan Joveljić (8 goal(s))
Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC key players
In the MLS, Rafael Navarro Leal carries Colorado Rapids Soccer Club's attack with 9 goal(s).
The playmaker is Paxten Aaronson, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Rafael Navarro Leal has 9 goal(s).
On the other side, Dejan Joveljić is the name that frightens the most for The Wizards with 8 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Manuel García Alonso leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Dejan Joveljić has accumulated 8 goal(s).
Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC statistics in the MLS
Colorado Rapids have an average of 9.67 corners and 3.22 cards per match. Sporting KC have 9.44 corners and 1.61 cards. Follow all the statistics for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC below.
Colorado Rapids
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W L L |
1.2 |
| Home | W W L L L |
1.2 |
| Away | L L W L L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 63% | 20% |
| Goals | 2.89 | 3.25 | 2.6 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 2.13 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.39 | 1.13 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 28% | 38% | 20% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 13% | 40% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 63% | 40% |
|
xG
|
1.3 | 1.74 | 0.96 |
|
xGA
|
1.35 | 1.11 | 1.54 |
Sporting KC
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W L L |
0.6 |
| Home | L W L W D |
1.4 |
| Away | L L W L L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 22% | 22% | 22% |
| Goals | 3.56 | 3.11 | 4 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.22 | 0.78 |
| Conceded | 2.56 | 1.89 | 3.22 |
| Both Teams to Score | 61% | 78% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 39% | 22% | 56% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 33% | 11% |
|
xG
|
1.15 | 1.26 | 1.04 |
|
xGA
|
1.81 | 1.8 | 1.83 |
More tips for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
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Correct score prediction for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
The favoritism in the odds points to Colorado Rapids. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Colorado Rapids 1-0 Sporting KC. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
Check out where to watch the live match between Sporting KC and Colorado Rapids:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Colorado Rapids and Sporting KC
The line-ups for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Colorado Rapids Soccer Club line-up
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4
Reggie Cannon
Defender
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5
Loic Kayumba
Defender
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7
Dante Sealy
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8
Hamzat Basit Ojediran
Midfielder
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9
Rafael Navarro Leal
Forward
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10
Paxten Aaronson
Midfielder
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13
Wayne II
Midfielder
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22
Lucas Herrington
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29
Miguel Navarro
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41
Nicholas Defreitas Hansen
Goalkeeper
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93
Georgi Minoungou
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Sporting Kansas City line-up
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3
Moisés Mosquera
Defender
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4
Lasser Berg Johnsen
Midfielder
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5
Or Blorian
Defender
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7
Osvaldo Pedro Capemba
Forward
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8
Jacob Davis
Defender
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9
Dejan Joveljić
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11
Calvin Harris
Forward
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18
Emir Karic
Defender
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20
Kwaku Agyabeng
Midfielder
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22
Zohran Ludovic Bassong
Midfielder
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30
Stefan Cleveland
Goalkeeper
The Sporting KC starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
Match: Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 16/08/2026
Time: 02:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Dick's Sporting Goods Park
Broadcast: none scheduled
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