MLS: Colorado Rapids vs LAFC: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :March 29, 2024 at 4:43 PM

Modified at :March 29, 2024 at 4:43 PM

The actions resumes in the Major League Soccer after the international break.

Colorado Rapids are set to host Los Angeles FC in the upcoming Major League Soccer contest on 31 March 2024 at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, USA. Both clubs find themselves on opposite ends of the league table and will look at the next fixture as an opportunity to find some momentum.

The unpredictable nature of Major League Soccer makes this clash one to watch out for. Both clubs have the required quality to secure a win but it depends on which side hits the correct stride on the matchday.

As the day of the fixture comes close, here is a glance at what to watch out for:

Kick-off

Sunday, 1:30 AM IST, 31 March 2024 at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, USA

Form

Colorado Rapids (all competitions) – L-D-W-D-L

Los Angeles FC (all competitions) – W-L-D-L-W

Player to Watch

Cole Bassett (Colorado Rapids)

Cole Bassett has been one of the most consistent performers for the Colorado Rapids since the start of the season. The midfielder scored in their last win which was against Salt Lake. He was also one of the better performers in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Houston. The fans of the club will pray that Bassett can influence the proceedings from the midfield.

Hugo Lloris (LAFC)

Hugo Lloris, the FIFA World Cup winner and a seasoned Premier League goalkeeper, must perform well if Los Angeles FC aims to return with three points. The former Tottenham Hotspur custodian has kept two clean sheets in five games. He is enjoying his time between the sticks for LAFC and will be tough to breach in the upcoming contest.

Match Facts

Colorado Rapids have won only one of their first five matches.
The last contest between the two ended 4-0 in Los Angeles FC’s favour.
Los Angeles FC won their last game in the MLS by a 5-0 scoreline against Nashville.

Injury & Team News

Connor Ronan and Jasper Loffelsend are doubts for Colorado Rapids while Eddie Segura and Tomas Angel might be unavailable for LAFC.

Head to Head

Total Matches Played – 10

Colorado Rapids wins – 3

LAFC wins – 6

Draws – 1

Predicted Lineups for Colorado Rapids vs LAFC

Colorado Rapids predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Zack Steffen (GK), Keegan Rosenberry, Moise Bombito, Andreas Maxso, Sam Vines, Oliver Larraz, Cole Bassett, Omir Fernandez, Dorde Mihailovic, Darren Yapi, Rafael Navarro

Los Angeles FC predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Hugo Lloris (GK), Ryan Hollingshead, Jesus Murillo, Aaron Long, Omar Campos, Timothy Tillman, Ilie Sanchez, Eduard Atuesta, Cristian Olivera, Mateusz Bogusz, Denis Bouanga.

Match Prediction

While the home advantage can work in Colorado Rapids’ favour, Los Angeles FC will look to secure three points owing to their superior quality of individual players. A draw might not be the worst result for the visitors who would not want to return empty-handed.

Prediction: Colorado Rapids 1 – 1 Los Angeles FC

Telecast

All MLS 2024 matches including the clash between Colorado Rapids and LAFC will be streamed on Apple TV worldwide.

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