San Jose Earthquakes vs Colorado Rapids Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Oct 2026
San Jose Earthquakes vs Colorado Rapids Predictions
Colorado have a strong chance against San Jose and we’ll side with the visitors on the Asian Handicap. It’s worth chancing the -119 with a +0.25 goal headstart, meaning that our stake is split between 0 and +0.5.
Continue reading for our complete San Jose vs Colorado betting analysis, delivering an in-depth look at our main match prediction, as well as our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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San Jose Earthquakes go head-to-head with Colorado Rapids at PayPal Park, with kick-off set for 22:30 on Wednesday 28 October.
San Jose Earthquakes were beaten last game and this was on the road at Toyota Stadium. Dallas claimed a 3-0 victory. The Quakes recorded one shot on target and had 49% possession.
Colorado Rapids won their previous game which was at home. It was a 1-0 triumph at DSG Park against Vancouver Whitecaps. Matt Wells' side enjoyed 51% possession and had eight shots on goal, with Morgan Whittaker striking late with the winner.
H2H: 1-1 Draw in Pair’s Previous Clash
The last head-to-head saw home team Colorado draw 1-1 with San Jose at DSG Park. The previous 10 H2H meetings have yielded four wins apiece and two draws.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 |  SJ Earthquakes |
31 | 13 | 9 | 9 | 52 | 45 | 7 | 52:45 | 48 |
| 14 |  Colorado Rapids |
31 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 42 | 41 | 1 | 42:41 | 42 |
San Jose have 3 wins, 1 loss and 6 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts. Bruce Arena's men have averaged 48.2% possession and 4.8 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.2 goals from 5.0 shots on goal, 11.7 attempts and 4.7 corners.
Top goalscorer Preston Judd has found the net 5 times, with Jack Jasinski, David Romney, Eduard Loewen and Reid Roberts scoring 1 each. Beau Leroux is the top assists maker on 4.
Colorado have 3 victories, 2 defeats and 5 draws, averaging 5.2 shots on goal, 13.1 attempts and 1.2 goals. The Denver team average 56.1% possession, 5.2 corners awarded and 3.3 corners against, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 10.5 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal.
We’ve seen Morgan Whittaker, Donavan Phillip and Paxten Aaronson score 3 goals each. Paxten Aaronson has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 3.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
San Jose Earthquakes predicted lineup (5-3-2): Angus Gunn (GK), Jack Jasinski, Daniel Munie, Dave Romney, Reid Roberts, Jamar Ricketts, Ronaldo Vieira, Beau Leroux, Eduard Löwen, Ousseni Bouda, Timo Werner.
Colorado Rapids predicted lineup (4-3-3): Nicholas Defreitas-Hansen (GK), Kosi Thompson, Rob Holding, Noah Cobb, Miguel Navarro, Josh Atencio, Theodore Ku-DiPietro, Wayne Frederick, Paxten Aaronson, Morgan Whittaker, Georgi Minoungou.
Main Match Prediction
We’re siding with Colorado at -119 in this MLS match with a +0.25 goal advantage. It’s expected that they will have an edge and we can therefore feel bullish of a return with this wager.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
The latest MLS injuries and suspensions can affect the overall outcome and we use this information as well as the form guide. The same applies to the stats so that we can get the best understanding of how things might pan out.
The best football bookies are estimating that there is a 54.3% likelihood of this pick landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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2
Colorado
We’re taking a correct score bet which involves Colorado to win 2-1. The odds of +700 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.
Player Prop Picks
Paxten Aaronson (Colorado) has registered two goals in his past five MLS away matches. When it comes to him scoring, we think that the +330 available is attractive when betting on the Anytime Goalscorer market.
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Corners Prediction
San Jose have failed to cover the 5.5 corners line in five straight games, with Colorado conceding under 5.5 corners in the past five matches. We expect San Jose to fall short and this Team Corners wager can be backed at -108.
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Colorado
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Bet Builder Tips
Our same-game multi selections include Colorado with an Asian Handicap of +0.25, Over 2.5 goals accompanied by San Jose to record under 5.5 corners.
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San Jose Earthquakes vs Colorado Rapids Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
San Jose Earthquakes are available at +118 to come away with a triumph in this MLS clash, meaning a 46% likelihood of winning according to the published betting odds. The market suggests that Colorado Rapids are least likely to win at +190.
The Draw No Bet market simplifies things as it offers two options and money back if the game finishes level. San Jose are -164, while Colorado are alternatively priced at +112.
Over 2.5 Goals is trading at a shorter price than Under 2.5 Goals right now. If you’re anticipating that both teams will score, the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -222.
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Favourite Preston Judd is +475 to be the First Goalscorer, while similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.
Stats: Last 10 MLS matches only.
San Jose have not tasted defeat at PayPal Park in three straight matches. The Quakes have racked up four wins, four defeats and two draws in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 1.80 goals per game and conceding 1.90.
Colorado haven’t tasted victory in the previous seven away matches. Matt Wells' side have clocked up seven losses, two draws and one win in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 0.60 goals per match and conceding 1.70.
Colorado overcame San Jose 2-1 when the sides last met at PayPal Park. The teams have three wins apiece along with a draw in the previous 7 H2H matches at PayPal Park.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose Earthquakes Home Stats |
4-2-4 | 3.70 | 1.80 | 1.90 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | |
| Colorado Rapids Away Stats |
1-2-7 | 2.30 | 0.60 | 1.70 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 6 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- MLS: 11/10 2026 Colorado 1 San Jose 1
- U.S. Open Cup: 21/05 2026 Colorado 2 San Jose 0
- MLS: 11/05 2025 Colorado 0 San Jose 2
- MLS: 16/03 2025 San Jose 1 Colorado 2
- MLS: 12/05 2024 Colorado 2 San Jose 3
- MLS: 14/04 2024 San Jose 0 Colorado 3
- MLS: 04/06 2023 Colorado 0 San Jose 0
- MLS: 12/03 2023 San Jose 1 Colorado 0
- MLS: 15/09 2022 Colorado 2 San Jose 1
- MLS: 08/05 2022 San Jose 1 Colorado 0
San Jose Earthquakes League Stats
Colorado Rapids League Stats
- 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 7 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.60 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 3.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.40 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.20 corners awarded and 3.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 4.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 48.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 56.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.10% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for San Jose Earthquakes this season are Preston Judd (16), Ousseni Bouda (6), Timo Werner (6)
- Top Assistors for San Jose Earthquakes this season are Beau Leroux (7), Niko Tsakiris (7), Paul Marie (5)
San Jose Earthquakes vs Colorado Rapids Lineups & Team News
SJ Earthquakes Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Colorado Rapids Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
SJ Earthquakes Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Colorado Rapids Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Previous San Jose Earthquakes Lineups
Previous Colorado Rapids Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
San Jose Earthquakes Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Bruce Arena
Colorado Rapids Player Stats & Squad
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 31 | 21 | 7 | 3 | 66:23 | 70 |
| 2 | NE Revolution | 31 | 17 | 4 | 10 | 51:42 | 55 |
| 3 | Vancouver | 31 | 16 | 7 | 8 | 63:32 | 55 |
| 4 | Inter Miami | 31 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 73:53 | 55 |
| 5 | FC Dallas | 31 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 58:47 | 54 |
| 6 | Chicago Fire | 31 | 15 | 6 | 10 | 55:46 | 51 |
| 7 | St. Louis | 31 | 14 | 9 | 8 | 56:44 | 51 |
| 8 | SJ Earthquakes | 31 | 13 | 9 | 9 | 52:45 | 48 |
| 9 | Houston Dynamo | 31 | 13 | 9 | 9 | 41:39 | 48 |
| 10 | Charlotte FC | 31 | 13 | 8 | 10 | 55:48 | 47 |
| 11 | Los Angeles FC | 32 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 50:35 | 47 |
| 12 | Philadelphia | 31 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 62:50 | 46 |
| 13 | Seattle Sounders | 31 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 41:39 | 43 |
| 14 | Colorado Rapids | 31 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 42:41 | 42 |
| 15 | Orlando City | 31 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 60:72 | 42 |
| 16 | FC Cincinnati | 31 | 11 | 9 | 11 | 64:71 | 42 |
| 17 | LA Galaxy | 32 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 45:54 | 41 |
| 18 | Real Salt Lake | 31 | 11 | 6 | 14 | 48:48 | 39 |
| 19 | NY Red Bulls | 31 | 11 | 6 | 14 | 41:56 | 39 |
| 20 | Columbus Crew | 31 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 50:49 | 38 |
| 21 | Portland Timbers | 31 | 10 | 7 | 14 | 54:58 | 37 |
| 22 | Toronto FC | 31 | 8 | 12 | 11 | 48:59 | 36 |
| 23 | NYCFC | 31 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 45:43 | 35 |
| 24 | San Diego | 31 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 55:58 | 35 |
| 25 | Minnesota Utd | 31 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 47:55 | 35 |
| 26 | Austin FC | 31 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 40:57 | 34 |
| 27 | D.C. United | 31 | 7 | 12 | 12 | 38:55 | 33 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 31 | 8 | 6 | 17 | 39:54 | 30 |
| 29 | CF Montréal | 31 | 6 | 7 | 18 | 36:62 | 25 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 31 | 6 | 4 | 21 | 37:77 | 22 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 15 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 45:12 | 43 |
| 2 | Colorado Rapids | 16 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 29:15 | 33 |
| 3 | NE Revolution | 15 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 27:16 | 32 |
| 4 | Los Angeles FC | 16 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 31:15 | 31 |
| 5 | St. Louis | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 34:19 | 31 |
| 6 | Orlando City | 16 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 32:22 | 30 |
| 7 | Real Salt Lake | 16 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 31:21 | 30 |
| 8 | Vancouver | 15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 35:14 | 29 |
| 9 | FC Dallas | 15 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 29:20 | 29 |
| 10 | Houston Dynamo | 16 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 19:14 | 29 |
| 11 | Charlotte FC | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 29:16 | 28 |
| 12 | Chicago Fire | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 28:19 | 28 |
| 13 | Portland Timbers | 16 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 34:27 | 28 |
| 14 | FC Cincinnati | 15 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 38:30 | 27 |
| 15 | Philadelphia | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 28:18 | 26 |
| 16 | Columbus Crew | 16 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 26:19 | 26 |
| 17 | Inter Miami | 15 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 41:26 | 25 |
| 18 | Seattle Sounders | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 24:21 | 25 |
| 19 | Toronto FC | 16 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 34:32 | 24 |
| 20 | LA Galaxy | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 22:20 | 24 |
| 21 | San Diego | 16 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 37:29 | 23 |
| 22 | SJ Earthquakes | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 26:23 | 22 |
| 23 | NY Red Bulls | 16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 24:29 | 21 |
| 24 | D.C. United | 16 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 20:28 | 20 |
| 25 | Austin FC | 15 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 21:21 | 18 |
| 26 | NYCFC | 15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 27:22 | 17 |
| 27 | CF Montréal | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 19:23 | 17 |
| 28 | Minnesota Utd | 15 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 19:20 | 16 |
| 29 | Atlanta United | 16 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 23:32 | 14 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 16 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 23:34 | 13 |
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