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MLS Match Preview: Colorado Rapids (4-3-4) vs. San Jose Earthquakes (4-6-1)

Match Details

  • Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
  • Time: 6:30 PM PT / 7:30 PM MT
  • Venue: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, CO
  • Competition: Major League Soccer (Regular Season)

Team Overview

Colorado Rapids and San Jose Earthquakes face off in a Western Conference battle, with both teams looking to gain momentum. Colorado sits eighth in the standings, while San Jose is tenth, just three points behind their opponents.

Colorado Rapids: Current Form & Key Players

  • Recent Results: L D D W L
  • Strengths: Colorado has been solid at home, remaining unbeaten in five of their last six matches across all competitions.
  • Concerns: Their attack has struggled, scoring just eight goals in 11 matches.
  • Key Players:
  • Darren Yapi (Forward) – Scored in their last match against DC United.
  • Cole Bassett (Midfielder) – A creative force in midfield.
  • William Yarbrough (Goalkeeper) – Will be crucial in maintaining Colorado’s defensive stability.

San Jose Earthquakes: Current Form & Key Players

  • Recent Results: W L L L W
  • Strengths: San Jose bounced back with a 4-1 victory over Portland Timbers, showcasing their attacking depth.
  • Concerns: Their away form has been poor, losing three straight road matches while conceding eight goals.
  • Key Players:
  • Cristian Espinoza (Forward) – Scored twice in their last match.
  • Cristian Arango (Forward) – A key attacking threat.
  • Jonathan Mensah (Defender) – Will need to step up against Colorado’s attack.

Tactical Breakdown

  • Colorado Rapids: Likely to focus on defensive stability while looking for counterattacking opportunities.
  • San Jose Earthquakes: Expected to play aggressively, leveraging their attacking depth.

MATCH ODDS

Colorado Rapids – 115    Draw + 275                         San Jose Earthquakes + 255

Over 3.5 + 115                  Under 3.5 – 145

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 9, 2025

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