The Colorado Rapids put an end to their playoff drought with a 1-0 win over the Portland Timbers on the road Wednesday night. An 83rd-minute goal from Kellyn Acosta sealed the Burgundy Boys’ first MLS postseason appearance since 2016.
In a hard-fought game that saw the Timbers dictate style, the Rapids had the legs for a late rush up the field to secure the victory. Several sound defensive plays and a few attacks that went by the wayside could’ve changed the scoreline, but overall it was a solid performance.
Here are three points to consider from the match:
Cascadia crusade
For the second time in four days, the Rapids beat the best team in the Western Conference.