MLS
Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 - 02:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Dick's Sporting Goods Park
Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC Prediction & Stats - MLS 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC carries real history into this round of the MLS.
The two sides meet on 16/08 (Sunday) at Dick's Sporting Goods Park, 02:30 (UK time).
Read the Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 3.5 Goals
Last updated on 14-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Colorado Rapids the side to beat, with roughly 64% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all MLS odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Colorado Rapids Preview
Colorado Rapids reach this fixture 18 match into their MLS. Here is where The Rapids stand:
In this competition
7 won, 1 drawn, 10 lost
1.22 points per game
27 scored, at 1.5 a game
25 conceded, at 1.39 a game
The Rapids, season-wide
7 won, 1 drawn, 10 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Rafael Navarro Leal, 9 goals
Most assists: Paxten Aaronson, 4 assists
Recent results — Colorado Rapids
01/08/2026 21:30
25/07/2026 20:30
22/07/2026 21:30
23/05/2026 21:30
16/05/2026 21:30
Sporting KC: how they are travelling
Sporting KC come in 18 matches into their MLS.
Here is what SKC have produced:
In this competition
4 won, 2 drawn, 12 lost
0.78 points per game
18 scored, at 1 a game
46 conceded, at 2.56 a game
SKC, season-wide
4 won, 2 drawn, 12 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Dejan Joveljić, 8 goals
Most assists: Manuel García Alonso, 4 assists
Recent results — SKC
01/08/2026 20:30
25/07/2026 22:30
22/07/2026 20:30
16/07/2026 20:30
23/05/2026 20:30
The head-to-head favours Sporting KC
Sporting KC have generally come out ahead of The Rapids in their recent meetings.
From 36 match(es):
Sporting KC: 15 win(s)
Colorado Rapids: 11 win(s)
Drawn: 10
That trend is worth factoring into the Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC prediction.
Form comparison Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Colorado Rapids
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
W
L
L
|
1.22 |
| Home |
W
W
L
L
L
|
1.88 |
| Away |
L
L
W
L
L
|
0.7 |
| 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% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.3 | 1.74 | 0.96 |
|
xGA
|
1.35 | 1.11 | 1.54 |
Away Team
Sporting KC
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
W
L
|
0.78 |
| Home |
L
L
W
L
W
|
0.89 |
| Away |
L
L
W
L
L
|
0.67 |
| 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% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.15 | 1.26 | 1.04 |
|
xGA
|
1.81 | 1.8 | 1.83 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Colorado Rapids to Win the First Half
With Colorado Rapids coming into this match in great form and holding the home advantage against Sporting KC, we see good value in backing them to win the first half.
Since the odds for a full-time win may not be as rewarding, the half-time bet can be a good alternative.
👉 Prediction: Under 9.5 Corners
For Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC, we see under 9.5 corners as a relatively safe betting option. This market offers great value compared to the standard markets.
With both teams likely to play carefully, we don’t expect a high number of attacks leading to corners.
Fixture information - Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
Match: Colorado Rapids vs Sporting KC
Competition: MLS
Date: Sunday, 16/08/2026
Kick-off: 02:30 (UK time)
Venue: Dick's Sporting Goods Park
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Stats
The statistics for The Pids vs The Wiz that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.63
League: 3.22
Both Teams to Score
47%
League: 61%
Over 1.5+
82%
League: 81%
Over 2.5+
75%
League: 61%
Cards
4.31
League: 4.35
Corners
9.71
League: 9.98
Home Team
Colorado Rapids
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
W
L
L
|
1.22 |
| Home |
W
W
L
L
L
|
1.88 |
| Away |
L
L
W
L
L
|
0.7 |
| 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% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.3 | 1.74 | 0.96 |
|
xGA
|
1.35 | 1.11 | 1.54 |
Away Team
Sporting KC
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
W
L
|
0.78 |
| Home |
L
L
W
L
W
|
0.89 |
| Away |
L
L
W
L
L
|
0.67 |
| 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% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.15 | 1.26 | 1.04 |
|
xGA
|
1.81 | 1.8 | 1.83 |
Corners
9.67 / Match
+2% Corners / Match
Colorado Rapids received +2% more corners than Sporting KC in the MLS
9.44 / Match
Austin
(11)
St. Louis City
(1)
San Diego
(5)
FC Dallas
(5)
Real Salt Lake
(6)
Minnesota United
(5)
St. Louis City
(11)(2)
Houston Dynamo
(1)
Los Angeles FC
(3)
Minnesota United
(6)
St. Louis City
(6)
New York RB
(7)
Austin
(4)
LA Galaxy
Cards
3.22 / Match
+100% Cards / Match
Colorado Rapids received +100% more cards than Sporting KC in the MLS
1.61 / Match
Austin
(1)
St. Louis City
(3)
San Diego
(4)
FC Dallas
(3)
Real Salt Lake
(3)
Minnesota United
(4)
St. Louis City
(3)(1)
Houston Dynamo
(2)
Los Angeles FC
(2)
Minnesota United
(1)
St. Louis City
(1)
New York RB
(3)
Austin
(1)
LA Galaxy
Goals Scored
1.5 / Match
+50%
Colorado Rapids is +50% better in terms of goals scored
1 / Match
Austin
(1)
St. Louis City
(0)
San Diego
(1)
FC Dallas
(1)
Real Salt Lake
(1)
Minnesota United
(1)
St. Louis City
(0)(0)
Houston Dynamo
(0)
Los Angeles FC
(2)
Minnesota United
(2)
St. Louis City
(1)
New York RB
(2)
Austin
(3)
LA Galaxy
Goals Conceded
1.39 / Match
+46%
Sporting KC condeded +46% more goals than Colorado Rapids
2.56 / Match
Austin
(0)
St. Louis City
(1)
San Diego
(0)
FC Dallas
(2)
Real Salt Lake
(2)
Minnesota United
(0)
St. Louis City
(1)(2)
Houston Dynamo
(4)
Los Angeles FC
(1)
Minnesota United
(3)
St. Louis City
(2)
New York RB
(1)
Austin
(1)
LA Galaxy
MLS Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Nashville SC
|
18 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 35 | 14 | 21 | 40 | 2.22 |
| 2 |
Inter Miami
|
18 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 45 | 32 | 13 | 38 | 2.11 |
| 3 |
Los Angeles FC
|
19 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 19 | 16 | 34 | 1.79 |
| 4 |
Vancouver Whitecaps
|
17 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 38 | 17 | 21 | 34 | 2 |
| 5 |
SJ Earthquakes
|
18 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 24 | 13 | 33 | 1.83 |
| 6 |
Houston Dynamo
|
18 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 27 | 24 | 3 | 32 | 1.78 |
| 7 |
New England Revolution
|
18 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 28 | 23 | 5 | 30 | 1.67 |
| 8 |
Chicago Fire
|
17 | 9 | 2 | 6 | 32 | 23 | 9 | 29 | 1.71 |
| 9 |
FC Dallas
|
18 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 32 | 25 | 7 | 27 | 1.5 |
| 10 |
Real Salt Lake
|
17 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 29 | 25 | 4 | 27 | 1.59 |
| 11 |
FC Cincinnati
|
18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 45 | 44 | 1 | 26 | 1.44 |
| 12 |
New York City
|
18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 31 | 24 | 7 | 26 | 1.44 |
| 13 |
St. Louis City
|
18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 24 | 24 | 0 | 26 | 1.44 |
| 14 |
New York RB
|
18 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 29 | 39 | -10 | 25 | 1.39 |
| 15 |
Charlotte
|
18 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 29 | 27 | 2 | 25 | 1.39 |
| 16 |
Portland Timbers
|
18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 33 | 33 | 0 | 24 | 1.33 |
| 17 |
Minnesota United
|
18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 20 | 25 | -5 | 24 | 1.33 |
| 18 |
Seattle Sounders
|
17 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 20 | 22 | -2 | 24 | 1.41 |
| 19 |
DC United
|
18 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 26 | 29 | -3 | 23 | 1.28 |
| 20 |
LA Galaxy
|
19 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 24 | 29 | -5 | 22 | 1.16 |
| 21 |
Colorado Rapids
|
18 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 27 | 25 | 2 | 22 | 1.22 |
| 22 |
San Diego
|
18 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 32 | 29 | 3 | 21 | 1.17 |
| 23 |
Orlando City
|
18 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 30 | 47 | -17 | 20 | 1.11 |
| 24 |
Columbus Crew
|
18 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 26 | 28 | -2 | 20 | 1.11 |
| 25 |
Toronto
|
18 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 24 | 32 | -8 | 17 | 0.94 |
| 26 |
Austin
|
18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 22 | 36 | -14 | 17 | 0.94 |
| 27 |
Philadelphia Union
|
18 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 25 | 33 | -8 | 16 | 0.89 |
| 28 |
Montreal Impact
|
18 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 24 | 35 | -11 | 16 | 0.89 |
| 29 |
Sporting KC
|
18 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 46 | -28 | 14 | 0.78 |
| 30 |
Atlanta United FC
|
18 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 19 | 33 | -14 | 12 | 0.67 |
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