DARREN YAPI NEWS

Darren Yapi, Rafael Navarro score in second half to lead Rapids to 3-2 victory over San Diego

Darren Yapi and Rafael Navarro scored seven minutes apart in the second half to rally the Colorado Rapids to a 3-2 victory over expansion side San Diego FC

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Starts for Colorado Rapids II Yapi got the start for the Colorado Rapids II in the MLS Next Pro on Friday.

Impact Yapi is back, however is playing with the reserves following his shoulder injury. He could see a return to the senior side once fully fit, making five starts in 33 MLS appearances in 2024.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids against Austin

Rafael Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with Austin after scoring two goals against Dallas

MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Unexpectedly sees questionable tag Yapi (shoulder) is questionable for Saturday's match against Dallas.

Impact Yapi has received a questionable tag despite the report of around a month out, with the attacker now questionable to face Dallas. IT may still be too early for the player, although this is at least a bright sign that he will be back soon. Even if he does make the team sheet, a bench option will be likely after missing preseason.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least one month Yapi (shoulder) is out for Saturday's season opener against St. Louis, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Yapi is recovering from a shoulder injury that kept him out of all the preseason games. He is expected to return to the squad in early April and resume his rotational role from last season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opening goal Yapi had an assist with his lone chance created while taking three shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Yapi set up Reggie Cannon in the 52nd minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Colorado with three tackles. The start was Yapi's first since June as he's combined for two goal involvements, four shots and three chances created over his last three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes serving ban Yapi has completed his one match suspension and will be an option for Saturday's match against Toronto.

Impact Yapi clear suspension and will return for the clash with Toronto. He will only start on the bench, not having started an MLS match since June 2, making 24 appearances off the bench during his third campaign with Colorado.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado's Darren Yapi fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued the following fines after Matchday 32 of the 2024 season.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Bags winner off bench versus Dallas Yapi scored a goal off his lone shot, created one chance and was shown a yellow card after coming off the bench during Saturday's 3-2 win over Dallas.

Impact Yapi was brought to replace Connor Ronan in the 71st minute and ended up as the hero for Colorado as he scored the game-winner after picking up a great long pass from Djordje Mihailovic deep into stoppage time. This was the second goal of the year for the youngster, who will hope to keep getting significant playing time moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Darren Yapi delivers late for Colorado at Dallas | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Rapids win on Darren Yapi's stoppage-time winner Darren Yapi scored in second-half stoppage time as the Colorado Rapids rallied for a 3-2 victory against FC Dallas on Saturday night in Fris...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Rapids beat FC Dallas 3-2 on Darren Yapi's goal in stoppage time

Darren Yapi scored a go-ahead goal in second-half stoppage time to help the Colorado Rapids beat FC Dallas 3-2

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • Associated Press

Scores first career MLS goal Yapi scored a goal off his lone shot after coming off the bench during Sunday's 4-1 win over St. Louis City SC.

Impact Yapi was brought late in the the game with his team already winning by two but still found time to make an impact as he set the final score at 4-1 with a clinical finish deep into stoppage time. This was the first career MLS goal for the youngster, who will hope to get more playing time during upcoming matches.

JULY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Part of senior tear for 2023 Yapi made eight starts in 20 appearances during the 2023 season with Colorado.

Impact Yapi stayed with the senior year for the 2023 season, recording his first MLS assist. He also spent a month away from the club while playing for the USYNT in the U-20 World Cup. The midfielder is expected to remain with the first time for the 2024 campaign as he will work for an increasing role with the team.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Colorado Yapi (not injury related) will be available for selection in this weekend's clash against Orlando City after returning from the u-20 World Cup, the Rapids announced Thursday.

Impact Yapi has missed the last six league games while competing with the U.S. Youth National Team in Argentina, but his country was knocked out of the tournament at the quarterfinal stage and he is now ready to return to MLS action on Saturday.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Links up with YNT Yapi has been called up by the U.S. Youth National Team for the upcoming u-20 World Cup in Argentina, meaning he'll miss up to a month of MLS action for the tournament.

Impact Yapi has taken seven shots and recorded an assist in 10 MLS appearances (five starts) up front for Colorado this season, but he will miss at least the next five games while away on international duty for this tournament. Kevin Cabral seems ready to take over the starting striker position in the meantime.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Kansas City Yapi subbed into Saturday's match against Sporting KC in the 59th minute, recording an assist, making two clearances and winning one of one tackles in the 1-0 victory.

Impact Yapi grabbed his first ever MLS assist Saturday in setting up Diego Rubio's winning goal. The teenager has been replaced in the starting lineup by the returning Rubio from an injury, but it seems he will continue to have a regular rotation role in this Rapids attack.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado tops Sporting KC 1-0 for first win of season

Diego Rubio scored in the second half, William Yarbrough made it stand up and the Colorado Rapids earned their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City

APRIL 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Back with club team Yapi (not injury related) has returned to Colorado and is expected to be available for selection against LAFC this weekend.

Impact Yapi missed last weekend's draw with Austin FC while on international duty with the U.S. u-20 National Team, but he's back in Colorado to take on the defending MLS champions on Saturday. Yapi started each of the Rapids' first four games up front this season, but he may return to the bench now that Diego Rubio is fit again.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for USYNT Yapi was called up by the USMNT U-20's for a pair of international friendlies.

Impact Yapi has opened the season at the top of the depth chart while Diego Rubio recovers from injury, though Yapi has yet to put his name on the scoresheet. With both strikers sidelined Kevin Cabral could lead the attack for a Saturday trip to Austin.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in opening loss Yapi took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Sunday's 4-0 defeat against the Sounders. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Yapi made just his second ever MLS start up front on Sunday and played well individually, his side was just outclassed by a much better Seattle team. With Diego Rubio (knee) out for a few weeks, Yapi could continue getting opportunities although new signing Kevin Cabral provides a more experienced option as well.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids homegrown Darren Yapi out to prove he can 'be the best' Colorado Rapids homegrown Darren Yapi has a big year ahead of him where he’ll look to break into the senior team.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

MLS preseason 2023: Colorado Rapids rout Celaya FC, Darren Yapi scores brace | MLSSoccer.com The second day of 2023 MLS preseason competition featured only one match, with the Colorado Rapids brushing aside second-division Mexican te...

JANUARY 19, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Starts in season finale Yapi made his first ever MLS start in the Decision Day draw against Austin FC.

Impact Yapi made 11 appearances in his debut season in MLS, and he started his first match up front in the season finale. The 17-year-old remains mostly a reserve team player in MLS NEXT Pro for now heading into the 2023 campaign.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sources: Colorado Rapids, USYNT duo Darren Yapi and Dantouma "Yaya" Toure training with Arsenal ' MLSSoccer.com Colorado Rapids forward Darren Yapi and midfielder Dantouma "Yaya" Toure are currently training with Arsenal U-23s, sources tell MLSsoccer.c...

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM