Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II Stats: Head-to-Head Record
Tacoma Defiance host Colorado Rapids II at Starfire Sports on 27 July 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action. Kick-off is scheduled for 02:00 UTC, with the Pacific Division side Tacoma looking to consolidate a stronger league position against Frontier Division opponents Colorado Rapids II. With both clubs deep into the 2026 season, this fixture could influence mid-table dynamics and momentum heading into the final stretch.
The standings underline the stakes: Tacoma Defiance sit on 27 points from 19 matches, ranked 5th in the Pacific Division with nine wins and no draws, while Colorado Rapids II are struggling in the Frontier Division, 7th with 12 points and just three wins from 19 games. Against this backdrop, Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II stats and historical trends provide valuable context on how this matchup has evolved and what patterns might matter ahead of the latest chapter at Starfire Sports.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a competitive but high-scoring series between Tacoma Defiance and Colorado Rapids II in MLS Next Pro.
- Previous meetings: 5
- Tacoma Defiance wins: 2
- Draws: 0
- Colorado Rapids II wins: 3
Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II Timeline & Historical Context
The Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins on 19 June 2023 in the Regular Season - 19 round. On that date, at Metropolitan State University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado Rapids II hosted Tacoma Defiance and were beaten 1-2 (half-time 0-2). That opening encounter set an early tone of Tacoma’s ability to score away from home in this matchup.
Their next meeting came on 14 August 2023 at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila, Washington, in Regular Season - 31. Tacoma Defiance were at home but Colorado Rapids II responded strongly, winning 3-1 (half-time 0-1). That result immediately balanced the rivalry and showed Colorado’s capacity to turn around a deficit after trailing at the break.
On 25 March 2024, again at Starfire Sports Stadium in Regular Season - 3, Tacoma Defiance reasserted themselves with a 4-2 home victory over Colorado Rapids II (half-time 2-1). The match reinforced the attacking nature of this fixture, with six goals shared and Tacoma using home advantage effectively. The 2025 season then produced two dramatic, high-scoring clashes. On 21 July 2025 at CIBER Field in Regular Season - 25, Colorado Rapids II as hosts defeated Tacoma Defiance 6-4 (half-time 0-3), overturning a three-goal deficit in a remarkable second half. Later, on 22 September 2025 at Starfire Sports in Regular Season - 37, Colorado Rapids II travelled to Tacoma and recorded a 4-1 away win (half-time 1-0 to Colorado), underlining their potency against Tacoma both home and away. Overall, the Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II timeline highlights frequent momentum swings, heavy scoring, and no shortage of decisive results.
Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The head-to-head numbers reveal an open series with both sides consistently finding the net.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Tacoma Defiance 12 - 16 Colorado Rapids II
- Average Goals per Match: Tacoma Defiance 2.40 vs Colorado Rapids II 3.20
Venue Split Performance:
- At Tacoma Defiance's stadium: 3 matches played here — Tacoma Defiance won 1 (as home side), Colorado Rapids II won 2 (as away side), 0 draws
- At Colorado Rapids II's stadium: 2 matches played here — Colorado Rapids II won 2 (as home side), Tacoma Defiance won 1 (as away side), 0 draws
Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 22 September 2025: Tacoma Defiance 1-4 Colorado Rapids II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37
- 21 July 2025: Colorado Rapids II 6-4 Tacoma Defiance (Half-time: 0-3) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 25
- 25 March 2024: Tacoma Defiance 4-2 Colorado Rapids II (Half-time: 2-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 3
- 14 August 2023: Tacoma Defiance 1-3 Colorado Rapids II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 31
- 19 June 2023: Colorado Rapids II 1-2 Tacoma Defiance (Half-time: 0-2) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 19
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Tacoma Defiance Matches Results and Stats
Tacoma Defiance’s season-to-date profile in MLS Next Pro 2026 points to an aggressive, results-driven side with no draws across 19 matches. They have nine wins and ten defeats, scoring 25 goals and conceding 28. At home, Tacoma have won 5 of 10, with 12 goals scored and 11 conceded, showing a relatively balanced goal difference and a slight edge at Starfire Sports. Their form line of “WWLLOW” in the standings indicates mixed momentum but with enough victories to stay competitive in the Pacific Division. Offensively they average 1.3 goals per match and defensively concede 1.5, suggesting that open games are common.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 10 (season to date)
Last 5 Colorado Rapids II Matches Results and Stats
Colorado Rapids II enter this fixture with a far more challenging season-to-date record. Across 19 league matches they have three wins and sixteen defeats, with no draws. They have scored 18 goals and conceded 41, averaging 0.9 goals scored and 2.2 conceded per match. Away from home, Colorado Rapids II have one win and eight losses in nine outings, with 9 goals scored and 20 conceded, underlining defensive vulnerabilities on the road. Their form string “LWLWL” in the standings reflects a pattern of isolated wins amid frequent losses, and a negative goal difference of -20 highlights the scale of their defensive issues despite occasional attacking output.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 16 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
Across the available head-to-head record, Colorado Rapids II hold a narrow edge in wins and total goals, leading 3-2 in victories and 16-12 in goals scored over five MLS Next Pro meetings. The venue split shows Colorado Rapids II have been particularly effective at Starfire, winning twice as the away side, while also claiming both of their home fixtures. At the same time, Tacoma Defiance have demonstrated the ability to score heavily in this matchup, with multiple games featuring four goals from the hosts. Season-to-date form tilts in Tacoma’s favor: they sit higher in the standings, have a stronger points tally, and display more balance between attack and defense than Colorado Rapids II, whose record is dominated by defeats and a significant negative goal difference. Overall, history points to a high-scoring contest, with Tacoma’s current league position and home metrics offset by Colorado Rapids II’s proven capacity to produce big attacking performances in this specific fixture.
Tacoma Defiance vs Colorado Rapids II H2H Statistics updated on 22 July 2026.
