Rapids Edge Switchbacks on Penalties to Reach First Open Cup Quarterfinal Since 2006

Colorado will host the San Jose Earthquakes next in Commerce City.

Overview

Colorado advanced in the U.S. Open Cup, the national knockout tournament, after a 2-2 draw through extra time and a 5-4 shootout win decided by Keegan Rosenberry.
Nico Hansen made several key saves and then stood tall in the penalties to set up the winning kick.
Alexis Manyoma opened the scoring from a Rafael Navarro pass, the Switchbacks leveled from a corner, Georgi Minoungou put the Rapids ahead in extra time, and a 120th‑minute penalty for Colorado Springs forced the shootout.
Kosi Thompson received a straight red card in the second half, leaving the Rapids to finish with ten men.
Rafael Navarro logged two assists and drew top marks in local ratings, while Ali Fadal made his first‑team debut as Colorado now faces a quick MLS turnaround with a trip to Houston.