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Colorado Rapids Host San Jose Earthquakes: Key Roster Updates

The Colorado Rapids are set to take on the San Jose Earthquakes in an exciting Open Cup quarterfinal matchup. The match will occur at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colorado.

Match Details

Fans can look forward to the following details:

  • Venue: DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, Colorado
  • Date: Wednesday, May 20
  • Time: 8:00 p.m. MT
  • Broadcast: Paramount+, CBS Sports Network
  • Radio: Altitude Sports Radio
  • Social Media: Follow @ColoradoRapids

Key Roster Updates

Head coach has announced the lineup for the match. Here are the players included in the starting XI:

  • Nico Hansen (Goalkeeper)
  • Reggie Cannon
  • Lucas Herrington
  • Rob Holding
  • Miguel Navarro
  • Josh Atencio
  • Wayne Frederick
  • Dante Sealy
  • Paxten Aaronson
  • Rafael Navarro (Captain)
  • Darren Yapi

Substitutes include Adam Beaudry, Keegan Rosenberry, Hamzat Ojediran, Alexis Manyoma, Noah Cobb, Georgi Minoungou, and Jackson Travis.

Noteworthy Players

Nico Hansen will take his position as the goalkeeper. He previously demonstrated his skills in the Round of 16 match against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks, where he excelled in a penalty shootout.

Rafael Navarro is close to breaking records. He needs just one goal to tie John Spencer for fifth place on the club’s all-time goals list. Additionally, he is one multi-goal game away from equaling Paul Bravo’s record for most multi-goal games in club history across all competitions.

Injury and Suspension Updates

Defender Kosi Thompson will not play in the quarterfinal match. He is serving a suspension due to a red card issued during the previous Round of 16 match on April 29.

This quarterfinal clash promises to be thrilling, showcasing top talent from both teams. Fans eagerly anticipate the action on May 20 at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park.

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