Colorado Rapids
Football USA - MLS DSG Park Sun 14 Sep 09:30
Houston Dynamo FC
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  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

MLS Betting Preview: Colorado Rapids vs Houston Dynamo

Colorado Rapids host Houston Dynamo in this MLS meeting at DSG Park, with kick-off set for 09:30 on Sunday 14 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Dynamo to Make it a Close Encounter

We are wagering Houston +0.5 at 1.82 as we’re expecting the away team to avoid defeat. This outcome can be achieved against Colorado, with the numbers backing up this Asian Handicap pick.

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Teams Drew 2-2 in Previous H2H Clash

Colorado Rapids have been defeated in back-to-back MLS games. On the road, they recently suffered a 4-2 loss against Sporting Kansas City at Children's Mercy Park. Chris Armas' side enjoyed 51% possession and had four shots on target, with Rafael Navarro and Keegan Rosenberry each scoring one goal.

Houston Dynamo drew 1-1 in their previous game. This was at home against LA Galaxy at Shell Energy Stadium. Dynamo had 41% possession and recorded four shots on goal, while Ezequiel Ponce found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Houston have gone unbeaten in their past seven games against Colorado, with the last encounter ending 2-2 at Shell Energy Stadium. The previous 10 H2H games have included four draws coupled with three victories apiece.

MLS G W D L GF GA GD GD P
18 Colorado Rapids logo Colorado Rapids 30 11 6 13 40 49 -9 40:49 39
22 Houston Dynamo logo Houston Dynamo 30 8 9 13 39 49 -10 39:49 33
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Colorado Rapids – Last 10 League Games

Colorado have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 8.3 attempts. The Denver club have averaged 44.6% possession and 4.4 corners per game, with the opposition getting 2.3 goals from 6.0 shots on goal, 11.4 attempts and 7.0 corners.

Rafael Navarro leads the way with 7 goals, while Darren Yapi and Calvin Harris have scored 4 and 2 respectively. Djordje Mihailovic is the top assists maker on 4.

Houston Dynamo – Last 10 League Games

Houston have 3 victories, 3 defeats and 4 draws, with an average of 1.4 goals from 9.8 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal. Ben Olsen's team average 48.8% possession, 4.5 corners awarded and 4.5 corners against them, while conceding 1.6 goals from 8.9 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal.

Ezequiel Ponce is the leading scorer with 5 goals, followed by Jack McGlynn on 3, with Duane Holmes and two others bagging 1. Ondrej Lingr, Jack McGlynn and Amine Bassi have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Colorado Rapids confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Zack Steffen (GK), Reggie Cannon, Andreas Maxsoe, Rob Holding, Rafael Santos, Connor Ronan, Oliver Larraz, Calvin Harris, Paxten Aaronson, Cole Bassett, Rafael Navarro.

Houston Dynamo confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jonathan Bond (GK), Griffin Dorsey, Erik Sviatchenko, Antonio Carlos, Felipe Andrade, Brooklyn Raines, Artur, Lawrence Ennali, Jack McGlynn, Ezequiel Ponce, Ondrej Lingr.

Colorado Rapids vs Houston Dynamo Prediction & Betting Tips

Explore our best Colorado Rapids vs Houston Dynamo picks, including our main match prediction, top corners bet, correct score forecast, player performance props and a bet builder ready to use.

Match Prediction

We’ll back Houston on the Asian Handicap in this MLS clash, with odds of 1.82 on offer that the away team win with a +0.5 goal start. We’re optimistic that they will stay close to their opponents.

We’re always the first to know about team news, with our football tipsters also studying the latest MLS form to enhance their view. You will also find a mixture of stats which provide some valuable predictions ahead of the action.

Key Colorado Rapids vs Houston Dynamo league stats:

  • The +0.5 line has been covered by Houston in 4 of their last 5 games.
  • The +0.5 line has been covered by Houston in 7 of their last 10 games.
  • The +0.5 line has been covered by Houston in 3 consecutive games on the road.
  • The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Colorado in 7 of their last 10 games.
  • The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Colorado in 14 of their last 20 games.
  • The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Colorado in 2 consecutive games.
  • The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Colorado in 7 consecutive games against Houston.

Dynamo +0.5 Probability

The odds at the best football bookies suggest our pick has a 54.9% chance of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Correct Score Prediction

Colorado Colorado logo 1 - 1 Houston logo Houston

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Ondrej Lingr Under 0.5 Shots On Target

Ondrej Lingr (Houston) is available at 1.61 to not have a shot on goal. In conclusion, we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to betting on Shots on Target.

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Rafael Navarro to Score

Rafael Navarro (Colorado) has found the net in three straight MLS home matches. It’s worth a gamble on the 2.20 for him to be Anytime Goalscorer as there’s plenty of juice in these betting odds.

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Corners Prediction

Houston Under 4.5 Corners

Houston have failed to cover the 4.5 corners line in seven straight away matches, while the previous 10 Colorado home games have seen them concede an average of 3.80 corners. We recommend backing the 1.73 that Houston aren’t able to cover the line, with this Team Corners wager hopefully providing a return.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Colorado Logo Colorado
Total
11.40 4.40 7.00
Home
9.60 5.80 3.80
Away
10.60 3.40 7.20
Houston Logo Houston
Total
9.00 4.50 4.50
Home
10.10 5.70 4.40
Away
10.70 3.90 6.80
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Total Corners
Colorado Corners
Houston Corners
Most Corners

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Houston +0.5
Both Team To Score Yes
Anytime Goalscorer Rafael Navarro

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Colorado Rapids vs Houston Dynamo Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest 1x2 Odds Suggest Rapids Victory

For this MLS encounter, the bookmakers have Colorado Rapids as the 1.98 favourites to win. This therefore implies that they have a 51% chance of triumphing. Houston Dynamo are an outside chance to get the job done and you can now back them at 3.25.

Colorado and Houston can be backed at 1.52 and 2.40 respectively on the Draw No Bet market. This is an ideal route for bettors who want to ensure they have money back if the scoreline ends level.

Over 2.5 Goals is the market leader and that means three or more goals are predicted. If you think both teams will score, then you can back BTTS Yes at 1.52.

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Full-Time Result
Half-Time Result
Double Chance
Draw No Bet
Asian Handicap
Total Goals
Both Teams to Score

Rafael Navarro Favourite to Score the First Goal

Rafael Navarro can be backed to find the net anytime at 1.95, with 4.00 available that the market leader scores the first goal.

Player Goals
Rafael Navarro (Colorado)
Ezequiel Ponce (Houston)
Darren Yapi (Colorado)
Calvin Harris (Colorado)
Player Shots On Target
Ezequiel Ponce (Houston)
Darren Yapi (Colorado)
Calvin Harris (Colorado)
Jack McGlynn (Houston)
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Five Wins for Colorado in Previous Ten Home Games

Colorado have finished with five wins, four losses and one draw in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 0.90.

Houston have gone unbeaten away in the last three games. Dynamo have clocked up four wins, three draws and three defeats in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.90 goals per match and conceding 1.70.

Houston beat Colorado 1-0 when they last met at DSG Park. The 6 most recent H2H matches at DSG Park have seen three draws, two triumphs for Houston and a win for Colorado.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Colorado Rapids logo Colorado Rapids Home Stats 5-1-4 2.10 1.20 0.90 3 7 3 7
Houston Dynamo logo Houston Dynamo Away Stats 4-3-3 3.60 1.90 1.70 6 4 6 4
  • W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
  • G = Avg. Goals
  • GF = Avg. Goals For
  • GA = Avg. Goals Against
  • O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
  • U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
  • B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
  • B-No = Matches BTTS No
Team Stats
Colorado Rapids logo Colorado Rapids League Stats
Houston Dynamo logo Houston Dynamo League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Colorado Rapids vs Houston Dynamo Lineups & Team News

Be prepared — check the Colorado vs Houston team news before wagering. Stay updated with our predicted and confirmed lineups for the MLS and the newest injury information.

Colorado Rapids Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Houston Dynamo Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Colorado Rapids Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Zack Steffen
4 Reggie Cannon 5 Andreas Maxsoe 6 Rob Holding 30 Rafael Santos
20 Connor Ronan 8 Oliver Larraz
14 Calvin Harris 10 Paxten Aaronson 23 Cole Bassett
9 Rafael Navarro
31 Jonathan Bond
25 Griffin Dorsey 28 Erik Sviatchenko 3 Antonio Carlos 36 Felipe Andrade
35 Brooklyn Raines 6 Artur 11 Lawrence Ennali
21 Jack McGlynn 10 Ezequiel Ponce 9 Ondrej Lingr

Houston Dynamo Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Colorado Rapids Substitutes

  • 2Keegan Rosenberry
  • 3Samuel Vines
  • 11Alexis Manyoma
  • 13Wayne Frederick
  • 19Ian Murphy
  • 21Theodore Ku-DiPietro
  • 24Noah Cobb
  • 41Nicholas Hansen
  • 77Darren Yapi

Houston Dynamo Substitutes

  • 1Jimmy Maurer
  • 8Amine Bassi
  • 14Duane Holmes
  • 17Gabriel Segal
  • 22Pablo Ortiz
  • 24Obafemi Awodesu
  • 27Sebastian Kowalczyk
  • 30Junior Urso
  • 37Damion Lowe

Previous Colorado Rapids Lineups

31 Aug MLS
Sporting KC 4-2 Colorado Rapids
24 Aug MLS
LA Galaxy 3-0 Colorado Rapids
17 Aug MLS
Colorado Rapids 3-1 Atlanta United
11 Aug MLS
Minnesota Utd 1-2 Colorado Rapids
27 Jul MLS
Philadelphia 3-1 Colorado Rapids
17 Jul MLS
Seattle Sounders 3-3 Colorado Rapids

Previous Houston Dynamo Lineups

07 Sep MLS
Houston Dynamo 1-1 LA Galaxy
31 Aug MLS
St. Louis 2-3 Houston Dynamo
24 Aug MLS
Houston Dynamo 1-2 SJ Earthquakes
18 Aug MLS
Vancouver 1-1 Houston Dynamo
10 Aug MLS
Austin FC 2-2 Houston Dynamo
20 Jul MLS
Houston Dynamo 1-1 Philadelphia

Injuries & Suspensions

Colorado Rapids Injury Table
Type Name Info
Joshua Atencio Knee
Houston Dynamo Injury Table
Type Name Info
Nelson Quinones Other
Ethan Bartlow Head
Andrew Tarbell Cruciate ligame
USA FlagMLS Table
2025 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Philadelphia 30 17 6 7 49:33 57
2 San Diego 30 17 5 8 55:37 56
3 FC Cincinnati 30 17 4 9 44:37 55
4 Minnesota Utd 30 15 9 6 51:33 54
5 Charlotte FC 30 17 2 11 51:40 53
6 Vancouver 28 15 7 6 54:31 52
7 Nashville SC 30 15 5 10 50:35 50
8 NYCFC 29 15 5 9 44:35 50
9 Inter Miami 27 14 7 6 57:44 49
10 Columbus Crew 30 13 10 7 50:46 49
11 Orlando City 29 13 9 7 55:41 48
12 Los Angeles FC 28 13 8 7 53:36 47
13 Seattle Sounders 29 12 9 8 51:43 45
14 Chicago Fire 29 12 6 11 54:53 42
15 Portland Timbers 29 11 9 9 38:39 42
16 Austin FC 29 11 8 10 31:36 41
17 NY Red Bulls 30 11 7 12 43:40 40
18 Colorado Rapids 30 11 6 13 40:49 39
19 SJ Earthquakes 30 9 8 13 55:55 35
20 Real Salt Lake 29 10 4 15 31:41 34
21 FC Dallas 29 8 10 11 42:48 34
22 Houston Dynamo 30 8 9 13 39:49 33
23 NE Revolution 30 8 8 14 39:44 32
24 Sporting KC 30 7 6 17 45:61 27
25 Toronto FC 29 5 11 13 29:36 26
26 Atlanta United 29 5 11 13 36:54 26
27 St. Louis 30 6 7 17 36:51 25
28 D.C. United 30 5 10 15 27:55 25
29 CF Montréal 30 5 9 16 29:53 24
30 LA Galaxy 29 4 9 16 35:58 21
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Charlotte FC 15 12 1 2 30:12 37
2 Philadelphia 15 10 4 1 34:15 34
3 Nashville SC 15 10 3 2 31:11 33
4 NY Red Bulls 15 10 3 2 34:19 33
5 Vancouver 14 9 3 2 36:16 30
6 NYCFC 14 10 0 4 25:15 30
7 Seattle Sounders 14 8 5 1 34:18 29
8 Columbus Crew 15 8 4 3 25:18 28
9 Inter Miami 13 8 3 2 30:18 27
10 Los Angeles FC 14 8 2 4 24:12 26
11 San Diego 16 7 5 4 25:16 26
12 FC Cincinnati 15 8 2 5 23:18 26
13 Colorado Rapids 15 8 2 5 22:18 26
14 Portland Timbers 15 7 5 3 23:20 26
15 Minnesota Utd 15 7 4 4 26:17 25
16 Orlando City 14 7 3 4 31:21 24
17 Austin FC 14 5 7 2 14:12 22
18 Real Salt Lake 15 7 1 7 19:20 22
19 Chicago Fire 15 5 5 5 21:23 20
20 SJ Earthquakes 15 4 6 5 34:28 18
21 Atlanta United 15 4 6 5 27:27 18
22 St. Louis 15 4 5 6 21:23 17
23 Sporting KC 15 4 4 7 25:30 16
24 FC Dallas 15 4 3 8 20:23 15
25 Houston Dynamo 15 4 3 8 17:26 15
26 LA Galaxy 13 4 2 7 17:22 14
27 D.C. United 15 2 7 6 13:24 13
28 Toronto FC 15 2 6 7 12:16 12
29 NE Revolution 15 3 3 9 16:23 12
30 CF Montréal 15 2 5 8 13:30 11