Rapids Home Opener Recap: Timbers Overwhelmed as Matt Wells Era Takes Off

The Colorado Rapids made a statement in their home opener, taking down the Portland Timbers and spoiling the return of Cole Bassett at DSGP. Head coach Matt Wells saw his system come alive as Colorado dominated from start to finish, controlling possession, creating chances, and finishing clinically. New signings Lucas Herrington and Hamzat Ojediran delivered in a big way with key goals that set the tone for the game