The MLS Week 22 fixture between Colorado Rapids and Vancouver Whitecaps FC kicks off on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colorado. Scheduled for 9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT, this Western Conference battle features two teams with playoff ambitions but contrasting recent form. With altitude, injuries, and momentum all in play, this matchup could be a turning point for both sides.
Team Form & Standings
Colorado Rapids
Position: 10th in Western Conference (26 points from 22 matches)
Last 5 Matches: L–L–D–W–L
Home Record: 5W–0D–7L
Goals Scored: 24 Goals Conceded: 30
Colorado enters this match on a three-game winless streak, including a 3–0 loss to LAFC and a 2–1 defeat to Sporting KC. Coach Chris Armas is under pressure to stabilize the defense and reignite the attack. The Rapids are undefeated at home when scoring first but have yet to win when conceding the opener.
Vancouver Whitecaps
Position: 2nd in Western Conference (38 points from 20 matches)
Last 5 Matches: L–W–L–L–W
Away Record: 5W–3D–2L
Goals Scored: 35 Goals Conceded: 22
Vancouver suffered a 3–0 defeat to LA Galaxy last weekend, their first loss to a non-playoff team this season. Despite recent defensive lapses, they remain the best defensive unit in the West. Coach Jesper Sorensen will look to bounce back with key players returning from international duty.
Predicted Lineups & Key Players
Colorado Rapids
Predicted XI: Hansen; Cannon, Maxsø, Awaziem, Murphy; Atencio; Ronan, Larraz; Mihailovic; Yapi, Navarro
Key Absences: Samuel Vines (groin), Zack Steffen (knee), Alex Harris (ankle), Jackson Travis (suspension)
Player to Watch: Djordje Mihailovic – 6 goals, 2 assists; creative engine in midfield
Vancouver Whitecaps
Predicted XI: Takaoka; Laborda, Veselinovic, Blackmon, Johnson; Vite, Cubas, Berhalter; Ahmed, White, Sabbi
Key Absences: Ryan Gauld (knee), Jayden Nelson (suspension)
Returning Stars: Brian White (10 goals) and Sebastian Berhalter back from Gold Cup duty
Tactical Matchup & Betting Trends
Colorado Strengths: Altitude advantage, strong when scoring first, midfield creativity
Vancouver Strengths: Defensive structure, efficient counterattacks, set-piece threat
Betting Tip: Colorado is unbeaten in their last four home matches vs Vancouver, including a 1–0 win in 2024. However, Vancouver has won the last two overall meetings and boasts a superior goal differential (+13 vs Colorado’s –6).
Match Details
Fixture: Colorado Rapids vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: 9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT
Venue: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, CO
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
MATCH ODDS
Colorado Rapids + 155 Draw + 240 Vancouver Whitecaps FC + 150
Over 2.5 – 150 Under 2.5 + 115
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 11, 2025
