Sporting KC vs Colorado Rapids - Major League Soccer
Fixture Preview - 31 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Sporting Kansas City will host the Colorado Rapids at Children's Mercy Park on Sunday, 31 August, in what promises to be an intriguing matchup. Sporting KC is currently struggling, having lost four of their last five matches, which has left them near the bottom of the Western Conference. In contrast, the Rapids are enjoying a resurgence, with three wins in their last five outings, including a solid draw against a strong opponent. One notable angle in this fixture is the historical trend of matches between these two teams. In their last ten encounters, Sporting KC has a slight edge with five wins, but the Rapids have proven to be competitive, securing two victories and three draws. Additionally, both teams have shown a propensity to score, with six of the last ten meetings featuring both teams finding the net. Given Sporting KC's need for points and Colorado's recent form, this match could see an open contest with opportunities for both sides to score.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Betting Angles
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 50% of the last 10 head-to-head matches.
- Both teams have scored (BTTS) in 60% of the last 10 head-to-head encounters.
- Sporting KC has lost 4 of their last 5 matches (LLLDL).
- Colorado Rapids have won 2 and drawn 2 of their last 5 matches (WWLDW).
- Sporting KC's struggles contrast with Colorado Rapids' recent form, highlighting a potential for goals.
- The combination of recent form and head-to-head statistics suggests a high likelihood of goals.
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 |  Inter Miami | 24 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 45 |
| 6 |  Columbus Crew | 26 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 45 |
| 6 |  Portland Timbers | 26 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 37 |
| 7 |  Colorado Rapids | 27 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 36 |
| 7 |  Charlotte | 27 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 44 |
| 8 |  New York City | 25 | 12 | 5 | 8 | 41 |
| 8 |  Austin | 25 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 35 |
| 9 |  Chicago Fire | 26 | 11 | 6 | 9 | 39 |
| 9 |  SJ Earthquakes | 27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 32 |
| 10 |  New York RB | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 39 |
| 10 |  Real Salt Lake | 26 | 9 | 4 | 13 | 31 |
| 11 |  Dallas | 26 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 29 |
| 11 |  New England | 26 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 28 |
| 12 |  Toronto | 26 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 23 |
| 12 |  Houston Dynamo | 26 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 29 |
| 13 |  Sporting KC | 26 | 6 | 6 | 14 | 24 |
| 13 |  Atlanta United | 26 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 22 |
| 14 |  CF Montréal | 27 | 4 | 8 | 15 | 20 |
| 14 |  St. Louis City | 26 | 5 | 6 | 15 | 21 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 5, 2025 | Colorado Rapids | 1–2 | Sporting KC | Major League Soccer |
| September 19, 2024 | Sporting KC | 4–1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer |
| July 5, 2024 | Colorado Rapids | 2–1 | Sporting KC | Major League Soccer |
| April 9, 2023 | Sporting KC | 0–1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer |
| March 5, 2023 | Colorado Rapids | 0–0 | Sporting KC | Major League Soccer |
| May 19, 2022 | Sporting KC | 2–1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer |
| March 13, 2022 | Colorado Rapids | 2–0 | Sporting KC | Major League Soccer |
| August 29, 2021 | Sporting KC | 1–1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer |
| August 8, 2021 | Colorado Rapids | 0–0 | Sporting KC | Major League Soccer |
| June 24, 2021 | Sporting KC | 3–1 | Colorado Rapids | Major League Soccer |