The Rapids had four players named to the MLS Team of the Week (Week 15) presented by Audi after the 1-0 victory over Minnesota United FC on June 8.
Kei Kamara headed home the game-winning goal in the 29th minute from Jack Price's corner kick. The veteran striker also made am impact on the defensive side with two key clearances in the box.
Tim Howard and Lalas Abubakar anchored the Rapids defense in the win over Minnesota. Aubuakar made five crucial clearances inside the 18-yard box and 12 defensive actions overall. Howard meanwhile made two saves on the night and helped organize the team's backline as the Rapids recorded a clean sheet for the second time in five games.
The Rapids return to action this Wednesday against New Mexico United in the U.S. Open Cup Round of 16. Kickoff is slated for 7:00 PM MT. (TICKETS)
Team of the Week: Eriksson (SJ), Kamara (COL), Heber (NYC), Moralez (NYC), Taider (MTL), Pozuelo (TOR), Ilsinho (PHI), Trusty (PHI), Abubakar (COL), Tinnerholm (NYC), Howard (COL)
Coach: Jim Curtin (PHI)
Bench: Bush (MTL), Cannon (DAL), Thompson (SJ), Price (COL), Ring (NYC), Gutierrez (SKC), Atuahene (DAL)
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The Team of the Week presented by Audi is voted on by the MLSsoccer.com editorial staff.
