Atlanta United vs Colorado Rapids Predictions

Neither of these two teams have had the dream start to the new season they would have been hoping for, with the MLS Cup holders struggling for wins and Colorado Rapids continuing their poor form over from the previous campaign. Both teams were beaten last weekend and will be looking at Saturday’s match as a big chance of getting some much needed points on the board.

Despite having 72% of the possess and creating twice as many scoring opportunities as their guests, Atlanta United were beaten at home by Dallas last time out. The visitors took the lead early in the first half and doubled their advantage shortly before the end of the match, but Atlanta United did pull a goal back through last season’s record breaking top scorer Martinez to make the final scoreline 2-1. Chicago Fire and Colorado Rapids went in at the break level at one goal apiece, after Kamara scored a fortieth minute equaliser for the visitors. However, a complete collapse in the second half saw Chicago Fire score three more times before Price was sent-off for the visitors late on, condemning Colorado Rapids to a fifth straight defeat.

The head to head record between these two teams is very limited, but their overall performances in the MLS this season suggests that both teams are in with a great chance of scoring on Saturday and that the game is likely to end in a draw. Three of Atlanta United’s last six matches have seen both teams score, while each of Colorado Rapid’s last six matches have also ended with both teams on the scoreboard. Atlanta United have only won one of their six MLS games this season, while Colorado Rapids are without a win in their eight matches. Atlanta United have drawn two of their last six matches via the same 1-1 scoreline, and Colorado Rapid’s only point in their last six matches arrived via a 1-1 draw, which is why we’re backing a final score of 1-1 this weekend.

Barco top scores for the hosts this season with three goals, but teammate Martinez is now just one goal behind on two. Kamara continued his bright start to the season last weekend and leads the way for the visitors with five MLS goals. We’re confident that both teams will score on Saturday, and have predicted a final score of 1-1. Neither team has impressed so far this season and both have been conceding on a regular basis, which is why we’re expecting both teams to score this weekend and why we think the game will end in a stalemate.