Bruce Dias 
It’s summertime and, for many, holiday time. But that’s not the case for the Colorado Rapids team.
At the beginning of July, the team hosted the 4thFEST.
4thFEST is a festival that celebrates the U. S’s 4th of July traditions by hosting a soccer match and offering a series of activities, as well as a fireworks show.
This year, the Colorado Rapids not only hosted the festivities but also competed against another soccer team, the Portland Timbers.
On top of organizing and playing at their 4thFEST, the team has got several other games lined up until October 21st. These games are part of the MLS season, also known as the Major League Soccer season.
Fans are very excited to see what will come from Colorado Rapid’s busy season. Many of them have placed their bets and continue to do so since the MLS season launched in February.
As a result, sportsbooks in Colorado have seen a lift in MLS Betting.
But how are Colorado Springs currently performing? What are their future prospects?
What are their odds of climbing up in the 2023 MLS rankings?
Stick around to find out how the Colorado Springs team is expected to perform this season.
How Does the MLS Season Work?
Before looking at the team’s odds of winning, let’s discuss how the Major League Soccer season works. This year’s regular season started on February 25th and will end on October 21st.
The MLS is very important for soccer teams around the United States because of its reputation as the best professional soccer league in the country, as well as in Canada. Teams are divided into two conferences, the Western Conference and the Eastern Conference.
Each team is placed into a conference based on its geographical location. This year, there are 14 teams in the Western Conference and slightly more in the Eastern Conference (15 teams there).
During the regular MLS season, teams need to perform to the very best of their ability and make sure their performance is good if they want to qualify for the playoffs.
Only the best seven teams from each conference will qualify for the playoffs. These take place after the regular season ends.
In other words, the regular MLS season is very important for soccer teams in the U.S. and Canada. It determines which groups get to move on to playoffs.
It can also impact a team’s public perception, its ability to find sponsors, and more. A team that performs very well, and is listed at the top of MLS rankings, finds it easier to land sponsorship deals and attract excellent players.
The Colorado Rapids and Their Prospects
The Colorado Rapids are playing in the Western Conference and are currently ranked #14 in that conference.
Historically, the team has generally been ranked in the top 20 of the country. It even won the MLS Cup back in 2010.
However, the Colorado Rapids now struggle to make it to the MLS Cup final. Even making it to the playoffs has become tough for them.
Last year, they did not manage to qualify because they were too low in the rankings.
This year, their odds are not looking too good. They are ranked #14 in their conference, which is worse than their ranking last year (#10).
Their current overall score is also 14, which is far from the 35 points obtained by the St. Louis team, ranked #1 in the same conference.
That being said, there is still time before the season ends. Although it seems unlikely that the Colorado Rapids will qualify for the playoffs, they might go up in the rankings over the next couple of weeks and months.
As most fans, experts, and bettors know, a team’s odds of winning can change quickly. Coaches and team captains also tend to adjust their performance and strategy based on the team’s statistics.
Maybe the Colorado Rapids’ current ranking and an underwhelming number of points will lead players and coaches to reevaluate their approach, communication skills, and organization.
A few simple strategic changes can really boost a team’s performance and improve their score. These could include:
● better organization
● better communication between players
● strategic substitutions during the game
● boosting player’s morale and working on team building
● changing the current coaching methods used
Only time will tell whether the Colorado Rapids will be able to turn the season around and climb up the rankings.
Final Thoughts
In this article, we discussed Colorado Rapids’ future prospects after offering a brief overview of the MLS and how the current season works.
As mentioned in the article, Colorado Rapids’ odds of winning are low. That being said, there’s still time for them to improve their performance and climb up the rankings.
Fans and bettors should keep an eye on the rankings and their odds which can change quickly over the course of the MLS season.
