LA Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids: Preview, predictions and lineups

  • LA Galaxy take on Colorado Rapids in MLS action
  • The Galaxy sit in third place in the Western Conference behind LAFC and RSL on goal difference
  • The Rapids aren’t too far behind the Gs in fourth place under new boss Chris Armas

LOS ANGELES (Monday, July 15, 2024): – The LA Galaxy today announced Retro Night details for their home match against the Colorado Rapids, presented by Alaska Airlines, at Dignity Health Sports Park on Wednesday, July 17 (7:30 p.m. PT; MLS Season Pass).

Pregame Party At Galaxy Park

Fans are encouraged to stop by the pregame party at Galaxy Park, where they can take part in a wide range of family-friendly activities throughout the afternoon along with drinks and music before Wednesday’s match against Colorado. For more information on Galaxy Park, click here.

DJ Ravi Drums Pregame DJ Set Fans are encouraged to arrive early for the match against Colorado as Emmy-nominated DJ Ravi Drums will be the featured DJ for Wednesday’s set. With a renewed focus on transforming the in-stadium fan experience, LA Galaxy home matches during the 2024 MLS Regular Season will have musical entertainment to excite and entertain fans. Dianne Marquez will perform the national anthem.

Soccer Fest

Cosmo’s Cadets, LA Galaxy Youth Programming, the LA Galaxy Foundation and Ticket Sales will have their usual booths on Wednesday at Soccer Fest, with a photo booth and Play works also in attendance. Fans can take a virtual selfie with their favorite LA Galaxy stars in the Recharge with Dignity Health Area. The NW Pad, located outside the NW stadium gate, will have the LA Times and ramen sampling from Maruchan.

Merchandise

The LA Galaxy team store will feature the newly released adidas x MLS Archive Collection that includes more than 40 new pieces which will be available at the LA Galaxy team store starting at 3:30 p.m. PT on Wednesday, July 17.

LA Galaxy Foundation

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The LA Galaxy Foundation will be auctioning match-issued and signed adidas x MLS Archive Collection kits. The online auction will open on Tuesday, July 16 at 1:00 p.m. PT and will close at the 75th minute of Wednesday’s match. Fans can text GALAXY to 76278 to bid. The Hero of The Match is Sergeant Hyeongmin Lee. Sergeant Lee’s accomplishments include the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal and multiple Army Good Conduct Medals. The Community Partner of the Match is Play works. Fans can visit the Play works booth in Soccer Fest to learn more about how the organization helps kids to stay active and build valuable life skills through play.

Tech Deck Giveaway

The first 10,000 fans in attendance on Wednesday, July 17 receive a Tech Deck, which will feature elements from the new MLS Archive Collection. Tickets can be purchased HERE.

Major League Soccer action continue as LA Galaxy take on Colorado Rapids this week at Dignity Health Sports Park.

The Galaxy’s excellent 2024 MLS campaign has taken a bit of a turn in the last few matches as Greg Vanney side have managed two wins from their last three games played. However, the five-time MLS Cup winners remain in third place in the Western Conference, level on points with Real Salt Lake and LAFC but only behind on goal difference.Colorado, on the other hand, have recorded two wins from their last three that includes a 1-1 draw vs New York Red Bulls. Chris Armas’ first season in charge of the Western Conference outfit has been impressive thus far as the ex-Manchester United assistant has the Rapids in fourth place in the West with 38 points.

What time does LA Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids kick-off?

  • Location: Carson, California, United States
  • Stadium: Dignity Health Sports Park
  • Date: Wednesday 17 July (United States) / Thursday 18 July (United Kingdom)
  • Kick-off Time: 22:30 ET / 19:30 PT / 03:30 BST (Thursday)

LA Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids H2H record (Last Five Games)

  • LA Galaxy: 1 win
  • Colorado Rapids: 2 wins
  • Draws: 2
  • Last meeting: Colorado Rapids 0-0 LA Galaxy (24 June 2023) – MLS

LA Galaxy predicted lineup vs Colorado Rapids

LA Galaxy predicted lineup vs Colorado Rapids ( 4-3-3 ): McCarthy; Yamane, Neal, Yoshida, Nelson; Delgado, Puig, Cerrillo; Pec, Berry, Paintsil.

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Match Information

Wednesday’s match marks the 94th all-time meeting across all competitions between the LA Galaxy and the Colorado Rapids, with LA leading the series 46-34-13. Against the Rapids, the Galaxy hold a 38-32-13 record in league play, a 1-0-0 record in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and a 7-2-0 record in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.

In the last meeting between the two clubs, the Galaxy earned a 0-0 draw on the road against the Rapids at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park on June 24, 2023. The last time the Galaxy played the Rapids at Dignity Health Sports Park, LA fell 3-1 to Colorado on May 6, 2023. In 42 all-time league matches played at home against the Rapids, the Galaxy hold a 25-11-6 record.

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