LA Galaxy 5-0 Colorado Rapids

Current streaks

Recent form

LA Galaxy

LA Galaxy have displayed impressive form recently, securing four wins in their last six matches despite a couple of setbacks. The team's attacking prowess is evident, having scored a remarkable 16 goals in these fixtures, averaging 2.67 goals per game. However, their defence has been somewhat leaky, conceding 12 goals without managing a clean sheet in their last seven outings. Notably, the Galaxy have been involved in a series of high-scoring encounters, with all six recent matches seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams finding the net. Particularly eye-catching were their 4-2 victories against Vancouver Whitecaps and local rivals Los Angeles FC, as well as a 4-2 defeat to Portland Timbers. Despite the occasional defensive lapse, LA Galaxy's second-place position in the league with 64 points from 34 games underscores their overall strong performance this season.

Colorado Rapids

The Colorado Rapids are currently experiencing a poor run of form, having lost five of their last six matches, including a concerning streak of four consecutive defeats. Their defensive frailties are particularly evident, conceding an average of 2.33 goals per game over this period, with only one clean sheet to their name. The team's goal difference of -8 in these six matches highlights their struggles at both ends of the pitch. Notably, two of their recent losses were high-scoring affairs: a 4-1 defeat to Sporting Kansas City and a 3-2 loss to Austin FC. Despite their current 7th place position in the league, the Rapids' recent form suggests they may be at risk of sliding down the table if they cannot reverse this negative trend. The fact that 67% of their recent matches have seen over 2.5 goals indicates that their games are often entertaining, albeit not always in their favour.

Recent home/away form

LA Galaxy

LA Galaxy are in scintillating form at home, having won their last six matches on the trot. This impressive run has seen them score a remarkable 18 goals, averaging 3 goals per game, whilst conceding 9. The Galaxy's attacking prowess is evident, with 83% of their matches seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring. Notably, their recent victories include a high-scoring 4-2 win against local rivals Los Angeles FC and another 4-2 triumph over Vancouver Whitecaps. Despite their offensive firepower, the Galaxy have managed only one clean sheet during this streak, suggesting some defensive vulnerability. Nevertheless, their goal difference of +9 over these six matches underscores their dominance at home, contributing significantly to their strong second-place position in the league.

Colorado Rapids

The Colorado Rapids have been struggling with their away form, having lost their last three consecutive Major League Soccer matches on the road. Their defensive frailties are particularly evident, conceding a concerning average of 3 goals per game in their last six away fixtures. Notably, the Rapids have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of these matches, with all six games featuring over 2.5 goals. Their most recent away victory came against FC Dallas in a high-scoring 3-2 encounter, but this has been overshadowed by subsequent heavy defeats, including a 4-1 loss to Sporting Kansas City and a 4-0 drubbing by Los Angeles FC in the Leagues Cup. Despite their defensive woes, the Rapids have managed to find the back of the net in four out of their last six away games, suggesting they retain some attacking potency on their travels.