The Colorado Rapids have clinched third place in Leagues Cup 2024 with their win over the Philadelphia Union. The Rapids drew level during regulation behind two goals from Calvin Harris and Oliver Larraz taking the match to penalties.
Rapids' star goalkeeper Zack Steffen rose to the occasion once again making two saves leading to a 3-1 win in penalties.
With the win, Colorado qualifies as the third Leagues Cup representative in the Concacaf Champions Cup alongside the winner and runner up of Leagues Cup 2024.
Both the Columbus Crew and LAFC are now officially qualified to the Concacaf Champions Cup 2025 (CCC). The Leagues Cup 2024 champion will qualify directly to the coveted Champions Cup Round of 16, while the runner up and Colorado will join the confederation tournament in Round One.
