Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Prediction: Match Preview and Betting Tips

Ventura County welcome Colorado Rapids II to Dignity Health Sports Park in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 14 June 2026, with the hosts looking to consolidate a strong campaign against a side mired in a nightmare run. With Ventura County high up the standings and Colorado Rapids II rooted near the bottom, this fixture has the feel of a must-win for the home side and a potential turning point for the visitors.

The standings underline just how contrasting these MLS Next Pro fortunes have been. Ventura County have collected 25 points from 15 matches with a positive goal difference, while Colorado Rapids II have taken only 4 points from 13 games and carry a heavy negative goal differential. For Ventura County, three points here would keep them firmly in the upper reaches of the group, while Colorado Rapids II are simply fighting to halt a long losing streak and restore some belief.

Played at Dignity Health Sports Park, this matchup also taps into a recent head-to-head narrative where Colorado Rapids II have often enjoyed their trips to this venue. That historical edge, set against Ventura County’s current form and Colorado Rapids II’s struggles, makes this an intriguing contest for those looking at Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II predictions and betting angles in MLS Next Pro.

Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Key Stats

• Ventura County have earned 25 points from 15 matches, winning 9 and losing 6 with 26 goals scored and 22 conceded.
• At Dignity Health Sports Park on 5 October 2025, Ventura County lost 0-2 to Colorado Rapids II in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 39.
• Ventura County average 1.9 goals scored and 1.5 goals conceded per match this campaign, while Colorado Rapids II average 0.8 scored and 2.5 conceded.

Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 2 vs 7
• Points: 25 vs 4
• Goals For: 26 vs 11
• Goals Against: 22 vs 29
• Clean Sheets: 4 vs 0

Ventura County sit second in their group with 25 points from 15 matches, built on 9 wins and no draws. They have scored 26 goals and conceded 22, giving them a positive goal difference and underlining a side that is consistently dangerous in attack but still occasionally vulnerable at the back.

Colorado Rapids II, by contrast, are seventh in their group on just 4 points after 13 matches. They are yet to register a league win, with 13 defeats, 11 goals scored and 29 conceded. The lack of clean sheets and a goal difference of -18 highlight the scale of their defensive problems, and travelling to one of the division’s stronger sides only adds to the difficulty of this assignment.

Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Key Matchups

Ventura County attack vs Colorado Rapids II defence

Without individual scorer data, the collective numbers tell the story. Ventura County have netted 29 goals across 15 fixtures in league play, averaging 1.9 goals per match. At home they average 2.1 goals scored and 1.7 conceded, suggesting an open, front-foot approach that often yields chances. They have failed to score in only one match overall, underlining their reliability in the final third.

Colorado Rapids II’s defence, meanwhile, has struggled badly. They concede an average of 2.5 goals per game, with 19 goals against at home and 14 away, and have yet to keep a clean sheet. With a longest losing streak of 13 matches and no wins recorded, their back line will be severely tested by a Ventura County side that scores regularly in the 46-75 minute window, where the hosts have produced 14 goals this season.

Colorado Rapids II attack vs Ventura County defence

Colorado Rapids II’s attack averages 0.8 goals per match, with 11 goals scored in 13 fixtures. They have failed to score four times and have not scored more than two goals in any single outing, according to their biggest goals-for figures of 2 at home and 2 away. Their most productive period is between 31 and 60 minutes, but overall output has been limited.

Ventura County’s defence concedes 1.5 goals per match and has kept four clean sheets across home and away games. They have allowed 23 goals in 15 fixtures, with most of the damage coming after half-time between 46 and 75 minutes. Even so, their defensive record is significantly stronger than Colorado Rapids II’s attack, and the hosts’ ability to shut out opponents in four matches this term gives them a solid platform to manage what has been a relatively blunt visiting frontline.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

Recent meetings between Ventura County and Colorado Rapids II in MLS Next Pro have been high scoring and generally favoured Colorado Rapids II, especially at Dignity Health Sports Park. Across the four most recent clashes, Colorado Rapids II have enjoyed several big wins, while Ventura County’s highlight was a dramatic penalty shootout success in Denver.

• 5 October 2025: Ventura County 0-2 Colorado Rapids II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 39)
• 17 June 2024: Colorado Rapids II 2-2 Ventura County (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 19, Ventura County won 4-2 on penalties)
• 26 June 2023: Colorado Rapids II 5-1 Ventura County (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 20)
• 8 May 2023: Ventura County 0-5 Colorado Rapids II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 10)

Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Prediction

Form and underlying numbers strongly favour Ventura County. They come into this fixture with a strong attacking profile, 9 wins from 15 league matches, and an average of 1.9 goals per game. Their recent league form string in the wider stats reads “WWLWWWLLLWWLLWW”, indicating a side capable of putting together winning runs even if inconsistency occasionally creeps in.

Colorado Rapids II, by contrast, are in freefall. Their league form is “LLLLLLLLLLLLL”, with 13 defeats from 13 matches and no clean sheets. They concede heavily and score infrequently, and their last five games have yielded just 2 goals for and 11 against. Historically, they have enjoyed success against Ventura County, but that was in earlier campaigns and under very different momentum. Current win probabilities give Ventura County a 45% chance of victory compared to just 10% for Colorado Rapids II, with a 45% draw probability, but the gulf in league form suggests the home side should still find a way to edge it.

Predicted Score: Ventura County 1-0 Colorado Rapids II

Ventura County League Form

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Colorado Rapids II League Form

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Ventura County Possible Starting Lineup

Goalkeepers: S. Conlon, M. Nelson, J. Rhodes, B. Scott; Defenders: R. Dalgado, S. Hernandez, E. Martinez, M. McLean, Harbor Miller, Pepe, C. Rindov; Midfielders: G. Arnold, T. Elgersma, V. Garcia, C. Gozdieski, Tucker Lepley, I. Parente, B. Phan, R. Ramos, M. Tsakiris, D. Vanney, M. Vanney, A. Vilamitjana, E. Walker; Forwards: O. Aina, I. Luna, A. Medina, J. Placias, E. Preston, E. Rios, Maximus Steelman.

Ventura County have a deep squad with multiple options in every line. With several goalkeepers and a solid core of defenders such as Harbor Miller, Pepe and C. Rindov, they can set up with a stable back line in front of any of their four keepers. The midfield group is extensive, giving tactical flexibility between more controlling and more dynamic selections, while a young and varied forward line offers pace and rotation options. Without specific injury information, the coach can pick from a full complement, likely favouring a proactive shape that leverages their strong scoring averages, particularly in the middle phase of each half.

Colorado Rapids II Possible Starting Lineup

Goalkeepers: Zackory Campagnolo, K. Starks, D. Williams; Defenders: J. Cameron, J. Chan Tack, J. De Coteau, A. Erickson, G. Gilmore, C. Harper, E. Heredia, I. Murphy, J. Pomeroy, V. Rinaldi, K. Sawadogo, K. Thomas; Midfielders: C. Aquino, Q. Bedwell, J. De La Fuente, A. Fadal, L. Garcia, R. Garcia, Noah Strellnauer, L. Strohmeyer, N. Tchoumba, S. Wathuta; Forwards: J. Copeland, M. Diop, A. Harris, B. Jamison, D. Phillip, K. Stewart-Baynes.

Colorado Rapids II’s squad is youthful and defence-heavy, with a large pool of defenders and midfielders to choose from. That profile suggests they may opt for a more conservative setup, focusing on limiting Ventura County’s attacking rhythm and trying to stay compact. With no penalties scored and four matches without a goal this season, they will need greater efficiency from attackers such as J. Copeland, M. Diop and B. Jamison to threaten on transitions. Tactical discipline and better game management will be crucial if they are to end their long losing streak.

Ventura County Team News

No significant absences reported.

Colorado Rapids II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Ventura County:

• None reported.

Colorado Rapids II:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back Ventura County in the match result market. They have 9 wins from 15 league games and a positive goal difference, while Colorado Rapids II are on a 13-game losing streak with league form of “LLLLLLLLLLLLL”. Win probabilities give Ventura County a 45% chance of victory compared to 10% for the visitors, making the hosts the logical selection.
• Goals Tip: Consider under 3.5 goals. Ventura County average 1.9 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, and Colorado Rapids II average just 0.8 goals scored. With the visitors struggling to find the net and the hosts capable of managing the game once ahead, a controlled home win with limited scoring from the away side looks likely.
• Value Tip: Look at Ventura County to win to nil. The hosts have kept 4 clean sheets this season and face a Colorado Rapids II side that has failed to score in 4 of their 13 matches and has not recorded a single clean sheet. Given the gulf in form and attacking output, a home victory without conceding offers an appealing higher-risk, higher-reward angle.

How to Watch Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II

Broadcast coverage varies by region. General guide:

• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
• India: FanCode
• MENA: beIN Sports
• South America: ESPN / Disney+
• Africa: SuperSport

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