Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Colorado Rapids vs Dallas in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 02:30 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Colorado Rapids vs Dallas |
|---|---|
| Competition | Major League Soccer |
| Date | Sunday, 24 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 02:30 BST |
| Venue | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
Match Prediction: Colorado Rapids 2-1 Dallas
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 21 Sep 2025 |  Dallas vs  Colorado Rapids |
3 – 1 | Toyota Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 02 Mar 2025 | Colorado Rapids vs Dallas |
3 – 3 | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| Major League Soccer | 01 Sep 2024 | Dallas vs Colorado Rapids |
2 – 3 | Toyota Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 21 Apr 2024 | Colorado Rapids vs Dallas |
2 – 1 | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| Major League Soccer | 15 Oct 2023 | Dallas vs Colorado Rapids |
1 – 1 | Toyota Stadium |
Colorado Rapids come into this with a mixed recent run, but the home setting and a settled 4-2-3-1 shape could help them keep the game tight. Dallas have been more productive in front of goal in their last five, yet they have also been open at the back, which gives Colorado a route into the match.
The head-to-head record also points to a competitive contest, with both sides having taken wins and draws in recent meetings. With no xG data available, the recent scorelines are the clearest guide, and they suggest both teams can score, but Colorado may edge it by being a little more controlled at home.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Colorado Rapids
Colorado Rapids have taken one win and four defeats across their last five league matches, so the overall form is still patchy. The only victory in that run was a 1-0 away win over Minnesota United, while the other four games all ended in narrow or fairly narrow losses.
At home, the recent numbers are not especially strong, with defeats to St. Louis City and Houston Dynamo in the league. That said, the margins have often been tight, which suggests Colorado have been competitive even when the results have not gone their way.
Colorado Rapids Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 17 May 2026 |  Real Salt Lake vs Colorado Rapids |
2 – 1 | L | America First Field |
| Major League Soccer | 14 May 2026 |  Minnesota United vs Colorado Rapids |
0 – 1 | W | Allianz Field |
| Major League Soccer | 10 May 2026 | Colorado Rapids vs  St. Louis City |
0 – 1 | L | Dick's Sporting Goods Park |
| Major League Soccer | 3 May 2026 |  Houston Dynamo vs Colorado Rapids |
1 – 0 | L | Shell Energy Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 26 Apr 2026 |  Vancouver Whitecaps vs Colorado Rapids |
3 – 1 | L | BC Place Stadium |
Dallas
Dallas have won three of their last five league matches, which is a stronger return than Colorado’s, and they have scored in every one of those games. Their wins over SJ Earthquakes, Real Salt Lake and New York RB show they have been capable of producing goals both home and away.
The concern is that Dallas have also conceded in four of those five matches, including a 2-3 home loss to Vancouver Whitecaps. That mix of scoring power and defensive vulnerability makes them a live side, but not one that has been especially secure at the back.
Dallas Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 17 May 2026 |  SJ Earthquakes vs Dallas |
2 – 3 | W | PayPal Park |
| Major League Soccer | 14 May 2026 | Dallas vs Vancouver Whitecaps |
2 – 3 | L | Toyota Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 10 May 2026 | Dallas vs Real Salt Lake |
3 – 1 | W | Toyota Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 2 May 2026 |  New York RB vs Dallas |
0 – 2 | W | Red Bull Arena |
| Major League Soccer | 26 Apr 2026 |  Seattle Sounders vs Dallas |
2 – 1 | L | Lumen Field |
Team News & Injury Report
Colorado Rapids
- Zack Steffen (Unknown Injury)
Dallas
- Bernard Kamungo (Calf Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Colorado Rapids (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Nicolas Hansen (Goalkeeper), Jackson Travis (Defender), Kosi Thompson (Defender), Lucas Herrington (Defender), Miguel Navarro (Defender), Connor Ronan (Midfielder), Georgi Minoungou (Midfielder), Hamzat Ojediran (Midfielder), Paxten Aaronson (Midfielder), Wayne Frederick (Midfielder), Rafael Navarro (Attacker)
Colorado Rapids’ predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a solid base in midfield, with Connor Ronan helping to screen the defence and start attacks from deeper areas. The shape also leaves Rafael Navarro as the main central reference point, with support arriving from the three players behind him.
Dallas (4-4-2)
Predicted lineup: Jonathan Sirois (Goalkeeper), Herman Johansson (Defender), Nolan Norris (Defender), Osaze Urhoghide (Defender), Shaq Moore (Defender), Joaquín Valiente (Midfielder), Kaick (Midfielder), Ramiro (Midfielder), Santiago Moreno (Midfielder), Patrickson Delgado (Attacker), Petar Musa (Attacker)
Dallas’ predicted 4-4-2 gives them a straightforward two-man forward line, which should keep Petar Musa and Patrickson Delgado close enough to threaten Colorado’s back line. With Joaquín Valiente and the wider midfielders supporting from behind, they can look to move the ball quickly into the front two.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Colorado Rapids | Dallas | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Rapids | Dallas | Rafael Navarro against Herman Johansson could be important because Colorado will want their main attacker to pin Dallas back and make the most of any chances in the box. |
| Colorado Rapids | Dallas | Connor Ronan against Joaquín Valiente is a key midfield duel, with both sides needing control in central areas to set the tempo. |
| Colorado Rapids | Dallas | Rafael Navarro is key for Colorado Rapids because he is the central attacking outlet in the predicted shape and the main player likely to finish moves. |
| Colorado Rapids | Dallas | Patrickson Delgado is key for Dallas because he offers a direct goal threat from the front line and can turn their attacking moments into chances. |
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