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Colorado Rapids v Seattle Sounders Stats

Data last updated: Sat 19 Sep 2026, 08:19 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This Major League Soccer clash between Colorado Rapids and Seattle Sounders features two teams with contrasting offensive outputs and defensive vulnerabilities. Colorado Rapids have struggled to score, averaging just 0.6 goals per game recently, while Seattle Sounders offer slightly more threat with 1 goal per match. Both sides have shown a tendency towards low-scoring affairs, with only 40% of their recent games exceeding 2.5 goals. The fixture's stakes and tactical caution suggest a tight contest where goals may be limited, setting the stage for a match likely decided by narrow margins and defensive discipline.

BT4Y best bet

Under 2.5 Goals

  • Colorado Rapids average only 0.6 goals per game recently, indicating limited scoring threat.
  • Seattle Sounders score slightly more but still average just 1 goal per match, supporting a low-scoring outlook.
  • Both teams have a 40% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals, showing a tendency towards fewer goals.
  • Head-to-head average goals stand at 2.6 over the last 10 meetings, reinforcing a moderate scoring trend.
  • Shots on target averages are moderate, with Colorado Rapids at 3.8 and Seattle Sounders at 6, suggesting chances but not prolific finishing.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Under 2.5 Goals with a 60.6% probability, reflecting both teams' recent low scoring rates and defensive solidity. Colorado Rapids' struggles to find the net and Seattle Sounders' moderate goal output combine to suggest a cautious game with limited goal opportunities. The average goals in their head-to-head meetings also align with a moderate scoring pattern. This pick is supported by solid data without price warnings, making it a sensible selection for bettors seeking a value angle on a low-scoring MLS fixture.

Model Probability60.6% chance of Under 2.5 Goals
Strong positive
Recent Scoring FormColorado 0.6, Seattle 1.0 goals per game
Positive
Head-to-Head GoalsAverage 2.6 goals per match in last 10 meetings
Neutral
Shots on TargetModerate SOT rates indicating limited clear chances
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a tactical, low-scoring encounter as Colorado Rapids' offensive struggles meet Seattle Sounders' moderate attack. Defensive discipline and cautious play should limit clear chances, making Under 2.5 Goals a logical choice based on form and scoring trends.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Low-scoring tactical match

“This matchup leans towards a tight defensive battle with both teams showing limited scoring prowess recently. The data points to a controlled tempo and few clear-cut chances, supporting a low-goal outcome.”

Key Data Signals

Under 2.5 Goals evidence

Colorado Rapids average only 0.6 goals per game recently, indicating limited scoring threat.

Seattle Sounders score slightly more but still average just 1 goal per match, supporting a low-scoring outlook.

Head-to-head average goals stand at 2.6 over the last 10 meetings, reinforcing a moderate scoring trend.

What To Watch In The Data

Under 2.5 Goals notes

  • The last 10 head-to-head matches average 2.6 goals, indicating a moderate scoring trend.
  • However, recent form and tactical caution suggest this fixture may fall below that average, with tempo and defensive focus likely to suppress goal totals.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Colorado Rapids4.4
Avg corners for
Seattle Sounders5.4
Colorado Rapids7
Avg total corners
Seattle Sounders12
Colorado Rapids2
Avg yellow cards
Seattle Sounders1.4
Colorado Rapids12
Avg shots
Seattle Sounders15.6
Best odds for this sectionOver 3.5 CardsBet365 guide price · Model 60% vs implied 60% · edge +0.2 pts
1.67
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Over 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 52%
1.83
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Shot volumes are moderate, with Seattle averaging more shots and corners, indicating some attacking intent but not overwhelming pressure. Discipline is balanced, with Colorado Rapids averaging 2 yellows and Seattle 1.5, suggesting a competitive but not overly aggressive match likely to limit chaotic, high-chance scenarios.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Colorado Rapids0.6
Avg goals scored
Seattle Sounders1
Colorado Rapids1.4
Avg goals conceded
Seattle Sounders1.2
Colorado Rapids20%
BTTS rate
Seattle Sounders80%
Colorado Rapids40%
Over 2.5 goals
Seattle Sounders40%
Market aligned with main pickUnder 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · Model 61% vs implied 48% · edge +13 pts
2.1
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 63%
1.67
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 41%
2.1
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 61%
1.22
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 43%
1.7
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 25%
2.75
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Both teams have low goal-scoring rates and contrasting BTTS records, with Colorado Rapids rarely seeing both teams score (20%) and Seattle Sounders more frequently (80%). This suggests a game leaning towards fewer goals and possibly one-sided scoring, reinforcing the Under 2.5 Goals angle.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Best odds for this sectionColorado Rapids Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 61% vs implied 49% · edge +12.3 pts
2.05
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 63%
1.67
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Over 3.5 CardsBet365 guide price · model 60%
1.67
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Colorado Rapids to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.9
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Seattle Sounders to WinBetUK guide price · model 32%
3.6
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 27%
4
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 43%
1.7
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The Under 2.5 Goals market is priced attractively with around 2.1, reflecting a solid value opportunity given the model's 60.6% probability. The implied chance is significantly lower than the model's estimate, indicating bettors can capitalize on the market's underestimation of a low-scoring game.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Colorado Rapids

WDLWL
Last 52W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 106W 1D 3L
13 Sep 2026H CF Montreal1-0
10 Sep 2026A Austin1-1
06 Sep 2026A Columbus Crew0-3
30 Aug 2026H Real Salt Lake1-0
23 Aug 2026A San Diego0-3

Seattle Sounders

DDDDL
Last 50W 4D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 4D 6L
13 Sep 2026A Los Angeles Galaxy1-1
06 Sep 2026H New York Red Bulls0-0
29 Aug 2026H Chicago Fire2-2
23 Aug 2026A FC Cincinnati1-1
20 Aug 2026H Austin1-2
Best odds for this sectionColorado Rapids Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 61% vs implied 49% · edge +12.3 pts
2.05
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 79%
1.28
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Away / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 60%
1.91
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Colorado Rapids to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.9
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Seattle Sounders to WinBetUK guide price · model 32%
3.6
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 27%
4
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Seattle Sounders Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 42%
1.75
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Recent form data highlights Colorado Rapids' scoring difficulties, netting just 0.6 goals per game, while Seattle Sounders have a slightly better but still modest 1 goal per match. Both teams' low over 2.5 goals rates (40%) underline a trend towards tight, low-scoring games in recent outings.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

1Colorado Rapids wins
4Draws
5Seattle Sounders wins
23 Feb 2026Seattle Sounders v Colorado Rapids2-0
17 Jul 2025Seattle Sounders v Colorado Rapids3-3
27 Apr 2025Colorado Rapids v Seattle Sounders1-1
06 Oct 2024Colorado Rapids v Seattle Sounders0-1
16 Mar 2024Seattle Sounders v Colorado Rapids1-1
21 Sep 2023Colorado Rapids v Seattle Sounders1-2
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 60% · edge +3.4 pts
1.67
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Colorado Rapids to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.9
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Seattle Sounders to WinBetUK guide price · model 32%
3.6
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 27%
4
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 43%
1.7
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The head-to-head sample of 10 matches shows an average of 2.6 goals per game, a moderate scoring rate that neither strongly supports nor contradicts the Under 2.5 Goals pick. Tactical setups and recent form data carry more weight in anticipating a low-scoring outcome.
Season team stats

Major League Soccer

Colorado Rapids25
Played
Seattle Sounders23
Colorado Rapids1.3
Avg goals for
Seattle Sounders1.1
Colorado Rapids1.3
Avg goals against
Seattle Sounders1.3
Colorado Rapids9
Clean sheets
Seattle Sounders6
Best odds for this sectionColorado Rapids Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 61% vs implied 49% · edge +12.3 pts
2.05
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Colorado Rapids to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.9
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Seattle Sounders to WinBetUK guide price · model 32%
3.6
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Seattle Sounders Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 42%
1.75
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Season-long statistics confirm a defensive orientation with both teams conceding over one goal per game but struggling to score consistently. This balance of moderate defense and limited attack supports the likelihood of a match finishing under 2.5 goals.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
7Colorado Rapids3525112121
14Seattle Sounders2823779-5
Colorado Rapids sit mid-table with 35 points, showing some stability, while Seattle Sounders are lower with 28 points, possibly encouraging cautious play to avoid defeat. The standings context suggests neither side will risk open play, favoring a controlled, low-scoring encounter.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Colorado Rapids Over 2.5
40%Seattle Sounders Over 2.5
2.6H2H avg goals
The last 10 head-to-head matches average 2.6 goals, indicating a moderate scoring trend. However, recent form and tactical caution suggest this fixture may fall below that average, with tempo and defensive focus likely to suppress goal totals.

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