Rapids Defeat 10-Man Galaxy for 2nd Straight Win

Colorado scores late goals to pull away from Los Angeles

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Colorado Rapids defeated the Los Angeles Galaxy 4-1 in a match that saw the Galaxy reduced to 10 men in the second half. Alexis Manyoma scored the match-winning goal in the 76th minute, while Darren Yapi, Rafael Navarro, and Nico Hansen also contributed to the Rapids' victory.

Why it matters

This win marks the second straight victory for the Rapids, who are looking to build momentum early in the MLS season. The Galaxy's loss comes after they were forced to play a man down for the final 30 minutes, highlighting the impact that disciplinary issues can have on a team's performance.

The details

Yapi opened the scoring for the Rapids in the 23rd minute with a left-footed shot. The Galaxy's Joao Klauss equalized in the 56th minute, but Galaxy midfielder Gabriel Pec was sent off with a second yellow card in the 60th minute. Manyoma then scored the go-ahead goal for the Rapids in the 76th minute, and Navarro added two late goals to seal the victory for Colorado.

  • The match was played on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
  • Yapi scored the opening goal in the 23rd minute.
  • Klauss equalized for the Galaxy in the 56th minute.
  • Pec was sent off with a second yellow card in the 60th minute.
  • Manyoma scored the match-winning goal for the Rapids in the 76th minute.

The players

Alexis Manyoma

The Colorado Rapids midfielder scored the match-winning goal in the 76th minute.

Darren Yapi

The Colorado Rapids midfielder scored a goal and provided an assist in the match.

Nico Hansen

The Colorado Rapids goalkeeper made four saves in place of the injured Zack Steffen.

Joao Klauss

The Los Angeles Galaxy forward scored his fourth goal of the season in the 56th minute.

Gabriel Pec

The Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder was sent off with a second yellow card in the 60th minute, forcing the Galaxy to play the final 30 minutes a man down.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This match highlights the importance of discipline and depth in MLS, as the Rapids were able to capitalize on the Galaxy's red card to secure a convincing victory. The Rapids' strong start to the season suggests they could be a team to watch in the Western Conference this year.