Finally, the Rapids win on the road.
Colorado went into Houston with an 0-3-8 road record this season. In a lost year without a shot at the playoffs, it may seem like little consolation to break a duck like this. But remember back to 2014 and 2015 when the Rapids narrowly averted setting the MLS record for winless matches in a row. So winning, even in the twilight hours of a bad season, still feels good, if only to keep the team from ending up on an ignominious list like this.
Tactically, this game was really interesting.