Nico Hansen's third shutout leads Rapids past LAFC 1-0 in MLS
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:49 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Nico Hansen recorded his third straight shutout as the Colorado Rapids defeated Los Angeles FC 1-0 on Wednesday night. The match took place at Commerce City, Colorado, where the Rapids took the lead in the 22nd minute thanks to an own goal by Jeremy Ebobisse. This win marks the Rapids' third consecutive victory, all by shutout, bringing their record to 9-10-1, while LAFC's record falls to 10-7-4 after three winless matches. Youssef Maziz provided the assist on the own goal, and Cabral Carter made three saves in his first MLS start.
- •Nico Hansen secures a shutout with one save.
- •Rapids lead 1-0 due to Jeremy Ebobisse's own goal.
- •Match took place in Commerce City, Colorado.
- •Rapids win their third consecutive match by shutout.
- •LAFC experiences their first three-match winless streak this season.
- 3:49 AMYahoo Sports — Nico Hansen's 3rd straight shutout helps Rapids beat LAFC 1-0
"Nico Hansen finished with one save and had his third consecutive shutout to help the Colorado Rapids beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 Wednesday night. The Rapids (9-10-1) have won three consecutive games, all by shutout, and four of five since the World Cup break. LAFC (10-7-4) is winless in three straight for the first time this season.
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