The fairytale finale was not forthcoming for the Colorado Rapids as the Supporters’ Shield slipped from their grasp on the final day of the 2016 regular season, but more firsts were confirmed as a record-breaking regular season drew to a dramatic close.
A frustrating 1-1 home tie against bottom side Houston Dynamo left the Rapids two points adrift of FC Dallas (STANDINGS), who grabbed a goalless draw at LA Galaxy, a result which would have been enough for the Shield irrespective of the outcome at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.
The outcome in Commerce City meant the Rapids became only the fifth team in MLS history to go an entire season undefeated at home (11-0-6).