Playoff Hopes on the Line
The Colorado Rapids find themselves in a precarious position as they head into the final match of the 2025 MLS regular season. Sitting just outside the playoff picture, the Rapids need a win against the visiting Los Angeles FC and help elsewhere to secure a spot in the postseason.
Rapids Rely on Home Advantage
Colorado has been a tough out at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park this season, taking points in five of their last seven home matches. The altitude and home crowd will be key as the Rapids look to disrupt LAFC's high-powered attack and force mistakes in the buildup. With Calvin Harris ruled out due to injury, the Rapids will need others to step up on the wings to provide service for their forwards.
LAFC Eyes Playoff Seeding
While the Rapids fight for their playoff lives, LAFC will be playing for positioning in the Western Conference standings. The visitors have been in strong form down the stretch, led by the goalscoring exploits of new addition Son Heung-min. LAFC will look to control possession and tempo, making it difficult for the Rapids to create dangerous transition opportunities.
TL;DR
- Colorado Rapids need a win and help elsewhere to clinch a playoff berth on Decision Day
- Rapids rely on home advantage and altitude to disrupt LAFC's high-powered attack
- LAFC aims to solidify playoff seeding, led by in-form striker Son Heung-min
- Injury to Calvin Harris creates opportunity for other Rapids wingers to step up