Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Prediction: Key Stats 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. The California side are firmly in the upper reaches of the standings, while the visitors arrive in crisis after a torrid campaign. With Ventura County pushing near the top and Colorado Rapids II rooted to the bottom, this fixture has all the ingredients of a one‑sided contest on paper.

The venue is familiar territory for both clubs, with several recent meetings also staged at Dignity Health Sports Park. For Ventura County, this is an opportunity to consolidate their strong start and underline their status as one of the more dangerous attacking outfits in the competition. For Colorado Rapids II, it is about halting a relentless losing streak and proving they can compete away from Denver.

Stats suggest a clear contrast in trajectories: Ventura County have collected 25 points from 15 matches, while Colorado Rapids II have taken just 4 from 13. Yet the head‑to‑head record tilts surprisingly towards the Rapids’ second team, adding intrigue to the prediction for Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II and offering a different angle for anyone weighing up betting tips on this clash.

Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Key Stats

• Ventura County have 25 points from 15 matches with 26 goals scored and 22 conceded in the league.
• In their last four MLS Next Pro meetings, Ventura County have won once, while Colorado Rapids II have three victories.
• Ventura County average 1.9 goals scored per match this season, compared to just 0.8 for Colorado Rapids II.

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: Ventura County 4 vs Colorado Rapids II 0

Ventura County sit second in their section with 9 wins and no draws from 15 matches, scoring 26 and conceding 22. Their goal difference of +4 and points tally of 25 underline a high‑risk, high‑reward profile: they win often, rarely draw, and are involved in open games. The description attached to their parallel fifth‑place listing confirms they are in the MLS Next Pro play‑off zone.

Colorado Rapids II, by contrast, are seventh in their group with only 4 points from 13 matches and a goal difference of -18. They have lost all 13 league fixtures listed, scoring 11 and conceding 29. Their defensive record is among the weakest, and with no clean sheets and a long losing streak, they arrive as clear underdogs despite historically strong results in this specific matchup.

Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Key Matchups

Attacking Units vs Defensive Records

With no individual top scorers or assist leaders listed, the key battle is collective: Ventura County’s attack versus Colorado Rapids II’s fragile defence. Ventura County average 1.9 goals per match across home and away fixtures, with 29 goals scored in 15 games. They are particularly dangerous between minutes 46 and 75, where they have produced 14 goals combined. Colorado Rapids II concede an average of 2.5 goals per game, with 33 allowed in 13 matches, and have struggled throughout matches, especially between minutes 31 and 60. This clash of a productive offence against a porous back line is likely to define the outcome.

Game Management: Ventura County’s Clean Sheets vs Rapids II’s Goal Droughts

Ventura County have kept 4 clean sheets this season, splitting them between home and away (1 at home, 3 away). They have failed to score only once in 15 matches, highlighting consistent attacking output. Colorado Rapids II, on the other hand, have failed to score in 4 of their 13 fixtures and have yet to record a single clean sheet. If Ventura County manage the game with their usual attacking intensity, the probability of Colorado Rapids II breaking through appears low given their season‑long scoring average of just 0.8 goals per match.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

Recent head‑to‑head clashes have largely favoured Colorado Rapids II, even when Ventura County have enjoyed stronger league form. All four meetings listed are from MLS Next Pro competition.

• 5 October 2025: Ventura County 0-2 Colorado Rapids II (MLS Next Pro)
• 17 June 2024: Colorado Rapids II 2-2 Ventura County (MLS Next Pro)
• 26 June 2023: Colorado Rapids II 5-1 Ventura County (MLS Next Pro)
• 8 May 2023: Ventura County 0-5 Colorado Rapids II (MLS Next Pro)

Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II Prediction

Form, standings and season‑long numbers point strongly towards Ventura County. They come into this fixture with a far superior record, stronger attack and a defence capable of keeping clean sheets, especially against a side that averages less than a goal per game. The comparison metrics back Ventura County heavily in form and attacking strength, and the prediction model assigns them as the expected winners, with 45% for a home win versus just 10% for an away success (draw also at 45%).

However, the head‑to‑head history is a cautionary note: Colorado Rapids II have won three of the last four meetings, including heavy wins at Dignity Health Sports Park. Even so, their current run of 13 consecutive league defeats and a goal difference of -18 is difficult to overlook. Expect Ventura County to control territory and chances, pressing particularly hard after half-time, when they have been most prolific this season. Colorado Rapids II may look to stay compact and counter, but their defensive frailties and lack of cutting edge make an upset unlikely.

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 and youthful squad across all lines, with multiple options in goal and a large pool of defenders and midfielders. The presence of several attackers gives them flexibility to set up with a front two or three, and their season stats suggest an aggressive approach, with consistent scoring and only one match without a goal. With no explicit absences listed, the coaching staff should be able to select a strong, attack‑minded lineup to exploit Colorado Rapids II’s defensive issues.

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 also boast a sizeable squad, with a strong contingent of young defenders and midfielders. Despite this depth, their season has been undermined by defensive lapses and a lack of attacking output, reflected in 11 goals scored and 33 conceded. The coaching staff may opt for a more conservative shape, perhaps with extra midfield protection, in an attempt to slow Ventura County’s attack and 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 to win. They are the predicted winners with 45% implied chance compared to just 10% for Colorado Rapids II, and they hold a 25‑point vs 4‑point advantage in the standings. Colorado Rapids II have lost all 13 league matches listed, making the home win the logical result angle. (No odds available.)
• Goals Tip: Under 3.5 total goals appeals. Ventura County average 1.9 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Colorado Rapids II average 0.8 scored and 2.5 conceded. The prediction guidance is aligned with lower goal ranges (home -3.5, away -1.5), suggesting a controlled home win rather than a goalfest. (No odds available.)
• Value Tip: Ventura County to win to nil has value. They have 4 clean sheets this season and have failed to score only once, whereas Colorado Rapids II have 0 clean sheets and have failed to score in 4 matches. Given the defensive disparity and the visitors’ poor attacking record, a home win without conceding is a plausible higher‑risk, higher‑reward angle. (No odds available.)

How to Watch Ventura County vs Colorado Rapids II

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

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