Kellyn AcostaandTim Howardhave been named to the MLS Team of the Week presented by Audi following Saturday's 2-1 winover San Jose.
Acosta was a key playmaker for the Rapids this weekend as he delivered the helper to Tommy Smith's 24th-minute goal. The 23-year-old midfielder also distributed 44 successful passes. On the defensive side, Howard made five crucial saves.
The Rapids return to the pitch this Tuesday, August 14 as they travel to face the LA Galaxy with kickoff scheduled for 8:30 PM (Altitude).
Team of the Week: Tajouri-Shradi (NYC), Zardes (CLB), Rooney (DC), Acosta (DC), Acosta (COL), Adams (RBNY), Lodeiro (SEA), Besler (SKC), Elliott (PHI), Marshall (SEA), Marinovic (VAN)
Coach: Jason Kreis (ORL)
Bench:Howard (COL), Bush (MTL), Boxall (MIN), Valenzuela (CLB), Rosell (ORL), Ilie (SKC), Higuain (CLB)
For more information about the Audi Player Index, visit mlssoccer.com/audi
The Team of the Week presented by Audi is voted on by the MLSsoccer.com editorial staff.
