It’s a big night, folks! The Colorado Rapids could clinch a playoff spot with a win or a tie at home. As you all know, the Rapids are unbeaten at home. What you may not know (unless you read the Game Preview or How to Watch) is that the Portland Timbers have not won an away game this season. Portland also had a midweek game down in Guatemala, and many of their starters played.
While the Rapids are hoping to clinch a playoff spot, Portland is fighting to even get in. Sitting below the playoff line in the 7th spot in the Western Conference, with 41 points, the Timbers have only won six of their last 11 MLS matches (though they have won three of their last five if you include Champions League play).