DIEGO RUBIO NEWS

Creates chance off bench Rubio subbed into Saturday's match against Minnesota United in the 61st minute, creating a chance in the 2-1 defeat.

Impact Rubio made his season debut against Minnesota on Saturday after recovering from a minor knee operation he underwent in late February. He should take over from Darren Yapi as the starting center forward once he's back up to full fitness.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as expected Rubio (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Minnesota.

Impact Rubio is back on the bench Saturday, putting him in line to make his season debut. The forward has been ruled out for the opening three matches with a knee injury, but seems to have finally made his return. Rubio trained throughout the week, but evidently isn't fit enough to return to full action in the starting XI.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Rubio (knee) was back in training with the Rapids on Wednesday, according to team reporter Matt Pollard. He is listed as questionable in the injury report for Saturday's clash agai...

Impact Rubio is yet to make his season debut for Colorado after undergoing a minor knee surgery in late February, but he's making progress with his recovery and could be facing a fitness test to be available against Minnesota this weekend. Teenager Darren Yapi has begun the campaign as the starting striker in Rubio's absence.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rapids, Sporting KC end in scoreless draw

William Yarbrough finished with a career-high 11 saves to help the Colorado Rapids earn a scoreless draw with Sporting Kansas City

MARCH 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids forward Diego Rubio sidelined by knee surgery | MLSSoccer.com The Colorado Rapids will be without forward Diego Rubio during the early portions of their 2023 season, as the club announced Monday he’s un...

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Undergoes minor knee surgery Rubio is expected to miss 2-5 weeks after undergoing a successful operation to remove a loose body in his right knee, the Rapids announced Monday.

Impact Rubio missed Sunday's season-opening defeat against the Sounders due to this knee injury, and he will not return now at least until mid-March while he recovers from this surgery. Darren Yapi started the game up front in his absence and could continue there, though Kevin Cabral and Michael Barrios remain options in the position as well.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with knee injury Rubio will miss Sunday's season opener against the Sounders with a knee injury, according to Colorado's injury report.

Impact Rubio was the Rapids' leading scorer last season with 16 goals in 30 MLS appearances (28 starts), but he will be sidelined for the 2023 opener against Seattle due to a knee injury. Kevin Cabral, Michael Barrios or Jonathan Lewis (ankle) could replace him up front for the game.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs late equalizing goal Rubio scored from his only shot-on-target in Sunday's 1-1 draw with FC Austin. He also picked up a yellow card.

Impact Rubio, the captain, scored in the dying minutes of the game to steal a point for Colorado in Sunday's match. The goal was a header resulting from a corner set-piece. The striker has been in hot form recently scoring four goals in his last five games and now ties the Rapids all-time scoring record. From 30 appearances (28 starts) he has scored 16 goals and delivered five assists.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Rubio ties Colorado Rapids' single-season scoring record in season finale tie against Austin FC Forward Diego Rubio headed home a looping headed pass from teammate Lalas Abubakar to find the back of the net. The goal was the final kick...

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Colorado Rapids play Austin following shutout victory

A game after shutting out Dallas 1-0, the Colorado Rapids face Austin

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores goal against Dallas Rubio scored a goal and created two chances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against FC Dallas. He also won two of three tackles, and he took four shots (three on target) overall in the m...

Impact Rubio bagged his 15th goal of the campaign on Saturday as his strike won the game for his side. He also has three goals in his last four appearances and will hope to continue that form through next weekend's season finale against Austin FC.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rubio scores as Colorado Rapids defeat Dallas

Diego Rubio scored an all-important goal while William Yarbrough stopped the one shot he faced as the Colorado Rapids earned a 1-0 victory Saturday over Dallas

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids face Dallas in Western Conference action

The Colorado Rapids host Dallas in conference action

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

LA Galaxy host the Colorado Rapids in conference play

The LA Galaxy host the Colorado Rapids in Western Conference action

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Nets again Rubio scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-1 victory versus San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Rubio is now on two goals in his last two matches and is continuing to build on an already career-best campaign. The attacking midfielder is already past 20 goal contributions and with a strong final three games could even trouble 25. Rubio has been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise-bleak Colorado team in 2022.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rosenberry scores to lead Rapids past Earthquakes 2-1

Keegan Rosenberry scored the deciding goal in a 2-1 win for the Colorado Rapids over the San Jose Earthquakes on Wednesday

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

San Jose Earthquakes try to end road losing streak in matchup with the Colorado Rapids

The San Jose Earthquakes visit the Colorado Rapids looking to break a three-game road skid

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Rubio, Rapids defeat Whitecaps 3-1

Diego Rubio scored the deciding goal in a 3-1 win for the Colorado Rapids over the Vancouver Whitecaps

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids look to end road losing streak against D.C. United

The Colorado Rapids visit D.C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Carranza leads the Philadelphia Union against the Colorado Rapids

Julian Carranza leads the Philadelphia Union into a matchup with the Colorado Rapids fresh off of a three-goal outing against D.C

AUGUST 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Out with back spasms Rubio missed Saturday's draw against the Dynamo as he was dealing with back spasms, Brendan Ploen of The Denver Post reported before the game.

Impact Rubio has been Colorado's star man this season as he's leading the team in goals (12) and assists (five). He is being considered day-to-day at the moment and has a week to recover before the clash against the Union.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo bring losing streak into matchup with the Colorado Rapids

The Houston Dynamo aim to break a four-game losing streak with a win against the Colorado Rapids

AUGUST 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Vancouver Whitecaps host the Colorado Rapids in conference matchup

The Vancouver Whitecaps and the Colorado Rapids meet in conference play

AUGUST 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Rubio's PK goal helps Rapids earn 1-1 draw with Crew

Diego Rubio scored on a penalty kick late in the first half to help the Colorado Rapids earn a 1-1 draw with the Columbus Crew

AUGUST 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Equalizes against Columbus Rubio scored one goal on five shots (two on target) and created one chance in Sunday's 1-1 tie with Columbus Crew.

Impact Rubio's 41st minute goal came from the penalty spot following a Steven Moreira hand ball in the penalty area. He snuck a lower left-corner strike just underneath Columbus keeper Eloy Room to tie the game at 1-1. The goal represents the 28-year-old Chilean striker's career-best 12th goal of the season, and he next plays Wednesday in Vancouver.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE