Colorado Rapids

Going to Denver to play the Colorado Rapids can be an intimidating prospect for opposing teams, not so much because of the Rapids themselves but because of the elevation. Located in the famous Mile High City, the team’s players soon grow accustomed to the elevation’s thinner air, which not only makes it harder to breathe but makes the ball fly higher and further than it would at sea level (opposing players might also be forgiven for getting caught staring at the majestic Rocky Mountain scenery that surrounds Dick's Sporting Goods Park. That said, despite being one of the founding members of MLS in 1996, for many years the Rapids never made much of an impact in the league, getting to the MLS Playoffs more often than not but only appearing in a single MLS Cup Final, a 2-1 loss to D.C. United. Their time finally came in 2010 when, even though they only finished 5th in the Western Conference, reaching the postseason via a Wild Card, the Rapids went on a thrilling run all the way to their second MLS Cup Final. There, they held onto a narrow 2-1 scoreline to defeat FC Dallas and win the franchise’s first ever MLS Cup. The Rapids have yet to hit such heights again in the years since, but their loyal fans remember the glory of 2010 and keep turning out to Dick's Sporting Goods Park in sun, rain, or (sometimes) snow to cheer their team on to victory. After a dismal 2023 season where they finished bottom of the Western Conference, Rapids fans will be hoping that players like Rafael Navarro, Djordje Mihailovic, and new goalkeeper Zack Steffen can reignite the team in 2024. 

How can I get cheap tickets to Colorado Rapids games?

The Colorado Rapids have been around a long time and thus have a fiercely loyal core of devoted fans. While this creates an incredible atmosphere on game day, it can make tickets hard to find, especially for playoff games, cup games, key conference deciders or rivalry matchups (see below). To land the cheapest tickets to Colorado Rapids games, check the TicketX listings on this page and use our handy TicketX seating chart to compare prices and locations. Tickets can be purchased from TicketX with a single click for the lowest commission fees! 

Will the Colorado Rapids play against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF in the 2024 regular season? 

Yes, the Colorado Rapids will play against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF on the following date in 2024:

• Apr 6 - Colorado Rapids at Inter Miami CF (Chase Stadium, formerly DRV PNK Stadium)

For your best chance at landing the cheapest tickets to sold out Inter Miami CF games featuring Lionel Messi*, search TicketX listings on this page and use our trusty TicketX seating chart to compare seats and prices. Tickets can be purchased from TicketX with just one click for the lowest commission fees! 

**As with any sport, there is never a guarantee that an athlete will be available to play in a certain game. Injuries and other issues can rule Messi out of action, just as they can with any other athlete.

Colorado Rapids Soccer Rivalries

The Colorado Rapids welcomed the entry of Real Salt Lake from the neighboring state of Utah to the MLS in 2005 as a local rival. Colorado and Real Salt Lake contest the informal Rocky Mountain Cup each year, based on the results of the regular season games between the two teams.

Are Colorado Rapids soccer games exciting?

The Colorado Rapids actually led the league in attendance in the early 2000s and while these numbers have since been surpassed by teams in bigger markets with larger stadiums, loyal local support has remained strong throughout the years. Various supporters groups have now united under the banner of Centennial 38, who often gather on the safe standing area known as the Supporters Terrace, waving flags and singing at the tops of their lungs. Feel free to take a deep breath (mind the altitude) and join in!