Action continues in Major League Soccer with an exciting matchup between Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem’s Colorado Rapids and defending MLS Cup champions LA Galaxy. Kick Off Nigeria editor Ayomide Oguntimehin provides a glimpse into the June 26 fixture.
Colorado Rapids vs LA Galaxy Preview
After a two-week break, the Colorado Rapids return to MLS action with a must-win game against Los Galácticos. The Rapids have failed to score in their last two league outings and have lost their last three matches, including back-to-back home defeats to Austin FC and Orlando City. However, they will be hopeful against a side yet to win away from home this season.
LA Galaxy, on the other hand, have endured a dismal start to their title defense and currently sit at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. They have conceded a league-high 39 goals, while their 18 goals scored represent the second-lowest tally in MLS this season.
Head-to-Head: Colorado Rapids vs LA Galaxy
- 02.11.2024 – Colorado Rapids 1–4 LA Galaxy
- 27.10.2024 – LA Galaxy 5–0 Colorado Rapids
- 03.10.2024 – Colorado Rapids 1–3 LA Galaxy
- 18.07.2024 – LA Galaxy 3–2 Colorado Rapids
- 25.06.2023 – Colorado Rapids 0–0 LA Galaxy
LA Galaxy have dominated this fixture in recent seasons, winning four of the last five meetings between the two sides.
Recent Form: Colorado Rapids
The Rapids have been inconsistent all season, losing their last three matches and failing to score in two of those. The 2010 MLS Cup winners have lost three of their last five home games, despite having previously lost just one of their first six, starting with a 2–1 victory over Los Angeles FC.
Recent Form: LA Galaxy
The defending champions have managed just one win all season — a 2–1 triumph over Real Salt Lake at the beginning of the month. However, they are unbeaten in their last two matches, including a 3–3 draw with Saint Louis City in their most recent league outing, following a run of seven losses in eight games.
LA Galaxy remain winless away from home this season, earning just three points on the road.
Player to Watch: Chidozie Awaziem (Colorado Rapids)
The Super Eagles defender joined the Rapids in December 2024 and has started 14 of their 18 league matches this season. The 28-year-old will be crucial in defence if the Rapids are to keep their first clean sheet against LA Galaxy since 2023.
Betting Odds
- Home (Colorado Rapids) Win or Draw – 1.37 (via 1xBet)
Kick Off Verdict
The defending champions have been poor throughout the season and are without an away win. Colorado Rapids should be able to secure at least a draw, if not all three points, to boost their playoff hopes.
