San Jose Earthquakes vs Colorado Rapids

Current streaks

Recent form

San Jose Earthquakes

San Jose Earthquakes have shown mixed form in their recent matches, with a particularly strong start to their Major League Soccer campaign. Despite sitting third in the league table with six points from three games, their overall record in the last six matches is less impressive, with two wins and four losses. The Earthquakes have experienced a notable turnaround in their competitive fixtures, winning two consecutive league matches before their most recent defeat. Their 4-0 victory over Real Salt Lake stands out as a high-scoring affair, demonstrating their attacking potential. However, their defensive record is a concern, having conceded 10 goals in six matches, including a heavy 5-1 defeat to Chicago Fire in a friendly. The team's ability to score (1.33 goals per game) is overshadowed by their tendency to concede (1.67 goals per game), resulting in a negative goal difference. With 67% of their recent matches seeing over 2.5 goals, San Jose Earthquakes' games tend to be high-scoring affairs.

Colorado Rapids

Colorado Rapids have shown mixed form in their recent matches, with a promising start to their Major League Soccer campaign leaving them in 7th position. The Rapids have been particularly strong defensively, keeping three clean sheets in their last six games and conceding an average of just 0.83 goals per game. Their most recent outing saw them secure a narrow 1-0 away victory against Austin FC, continuing their unbeaten run in the league. A high-scoring draw against FC Dallas (3-3) stands out as their most prolific match in this period. The Rapids have demonstrated resilience in various competitions, progressing in the CONCACAF Champions League despite a 1-0 away loss to Los Angeles FC, having won the home leg 2-1. Their current form suggests they are a tough team to beat, with only one defeat in their last six matches across all competitions.

Recent home/away form

San Jose Earthquakes

San Jose Earthquakes have been experiencing mixed fortunes at home recently, with their form showing a pattern of alternating wins and losses. Despite their current 3rd position in the league, their home record over the last six matches is somewhat concerning, with four losses and only two wins. The Earthquakes have struggled to find consistency, failing to secure back-to-back victories or suffer consecutive defeats. Their most impressive performance came in a high-scoring 4-0 victory against Real Salt Lake, which also marked their only clean sheet in this period. Interestingly, while the Earthquakes have managed to score 8 goals in these six matches, they've also conceded 7, highlighting a need for defensive improvement. The team's matches have been evenly split between high and low-scoring affairs, with 50% of games seeing over 2.5 goals.

Colorado Rapids

Colorado Rapids have shown a solid away form in recent matches, remaining unbeaten in five of their last six games on the road. The team has been particularly stingy in defence, conceding only three goals in these six away fixtures and keeping three clean sheets. Their most impressive result came in a friendly against CA La Paz, where they netted three goals without reply. Despite their low-scoring tendency, with 83% of their matches seeing under 2.5 goals, the Rapids have managed to secure points consistently, drawing three times and winning twice. Their defensive prowess is evident, with a goals conceded per game average of just 0.5, which has helped them maintain a positive goal difference of 3 across these away matches. The team's ability to grind out results on the road has contributed to their current 7th position in the league, showcasing their resilience away from home.