Tag: Midfielder
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LAFC striker Carlos Vela victimizes Colorado Rapids in MLS opener
Carlos Vela provided Colorado Rapids an up-close look at what a high-profile striker can do in Los Angeles Football Club’s 3-0 win Saturday at Banc of California Stadium. Vela completed his hat trick in 50 minutes, curling a left-footed shot past Colorado goalkeeper William Yarbrough for the final goal of the afternoon early in the…
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Colorado Rapids general manager happy with progress on roster, still seeks additional options at striker
As busy as the Colorado Rapids front office has been this week, general manager Pádraig Smith knows there’s more work to be done on the club’s roster. The club announced contract extensions for four key members of the 2021 squad – Jack Price, Danny Wilson, Keegan Rosenberry and Mark-Anthony Kaye – and the signing of…
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Rapids ready to trade Colorado’s altitude and haze for Houston’s heat and humidity
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The Colorado Rapids trained in a tough environment this week to prepare for a similarly challenging setting expected on Saturday. After practicing through the wildfire smoke that made breathing at altitude even more challenging, the Rapids are off to Houston. It’s expected to be in the low 90s with around 60% humidity for the 6:30…
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Colorado Springs native Sam Vines headed to Belgium after transfer from Colorado Rapids
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Sam Vines is set for a big change of scenery. The Colorado Springs native who developed into the go-to left back for the Colorado Rapids over the past few seasons is moving to Royal Antwerp, of the Belgian first division. The Rapids announced the transfer Thursday. “Sam has proven himself to be one of the top,…
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Colorado Rapids continue tough stretch of season with first trip to Austin FC
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Reinforcements are on the way to Colorado Rapids, it’s just a matter of how soon they can start contributing. In the days leading up to Saturday’s match at Austin FC, Rapids general manager Pádraig Smith and the front office sent financial considerations to acquire midfielder Mark-Anthony Kaye from LAFC and Dominique Badji from Nashville. Kaye…
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Michael Barrios’ burst, strength on ball benefitting Colorado Rapids as Rocky Mountain Cup play begins
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Michael Barrios is bringing a unique combination into his first Rocky Mountain Cup contest. In his first year with Colorado Rapids, the Colombian winger with blistering speed is among four players in Major League Soccer with four goals and as many assists after scoring the second goal in Wednesday’s 2-0 win over FC Dallas. The…