For the first time in their short history, Inter Miami travel to face the Colorado Rapids at Empower Field on Saturday, as both sides continue their 2026 MLS campaigns.
Colorado is off to a strong start at home this season, winning all three league games at Empower Field by a score of 12-3.
Matthew Wells’ side have played a dominant role in their performances so far, having scored 19 goals since the start of the season, tied for the most in the league, and have also conceded 10 goals in regular season home games.
Despite their home form, the Rapids have struggled against Eastern Conference opposition this year, losing both, and will be looking to rectify that trend this weekend.
Inter Miami, on the other hand, are entering a new phase after the departure of Javier Mascherano, with Angel Guillermo Hoyos stepping in as interim coach.
The Herons remain unbeaten in their last six MLS games and have shown resilience, picking up points even after being dropped early in several games this season.
Their attacking quality remains at the top of the league, although they drew 2-2 with the New York Red Bulls last week, with Lionel Messi failing to score.
Team news for Colorado Rapids v Inter Miami
Colorado has a few injury concerns ahead of the game, with Connor Ronan, Theodore Ku Dipietro and Reggie Cannon all questionable.
Rafael Navarro and Kosi Thompson both had braces in the win over Houston, while Josh Atencio also found the back of the net in a terrific save.
Inter Miami have a relatively clean health record, with Tadeo Allende their only injury concern due to a hamstring problem.
Messi remains their main attacking force, supported by Mateo Silvetti and German Berterame, who both scored in the draw against the Red Bulls.
Expected lineup for Colorado Rapids v Inter Miami
Colorado Rapids: Steffen; Thompson, Herrington, Holding; Aaronson, Ojediran, Atencio, Frederick; Sealy, Navarro, Yapi
Inter Miami: St. Claire; Fray, Falcon, Micael, Lujan; Silvetti, De Paul, Bright, Segovia; Messi; Berterame
Where to watch Colorado Rapids v Inter Miami: TV channel, live streaming
The game will be available to watch live in the UK with the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
Kick-off is scheduled for 2:30am BST on Sunday.
Colorado Rapids v Inter Miami stats
- Colorado has won all three of its home games this season
- The Rapids scored 19 goals, the most in MLS
- Inter Miami are unbeaten in their last six league games
- Miami has scored in five of its last six MLS games
- This is only the second meeting between the two sides
Colorado Rapids v Inter Miami Prediction
Both teams carry an attacking threat, but Inter Miami’s firepower could give them the edge in what should be an open, high-scoring contest against Ange Postecoglou’s apprentice.
Prediction: Colorado Rapids 2-4 Inter Miami
