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Back in action Wednesday Hansen (leg) has been included in the starting lineup to face Austin FC on Wednesday.

Impact Hansen is fully recovered following a two-game absence and is regaining his usual spot between the posts from Adam Beaudry while Zack Steffen (shoulder) continues to sit out. The 25-year-old was in decent form before suffering the injury, as he recorded three clean sheets over his last four games played, though he had struggled more often in away fixtures.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss action Hansen is sidelined for the time being while he deals with a leg injury, the MLS reported Friday.

Impact Hansen served as Colorado's starting goalkeeper for a stretch of the season before picking up this issue, which rules him out for an undisclosed period. Given that Zack Steffen (shoulder) is also unavailable, the inexperienced Adam Beaudry figures to get a few opportunities in goal in upcoming contests. No timeline has been provided for Hansen's recovery.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three in loss Hansen recorded one save and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss to San Diego FC.

Impact Hansen, who had kept three consecutive clean sheets heading into Saturday's contest, struggled versus San Diego as he allowed three goals, tied for his most in a match this season. To make matters worse he only made one save, just the third time this season he's made one or zero saves. He'll look to bounce back Saturday versus Real Salt Lake, a side which has scored 34 goals through 20 matches this season.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Nico Hansen made two saves and allowed zero goals in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Hansen logged his third straight clean sheet and fourth in the season to help Colorado win at home. The goalkeeper made two or more saves for the eighth time in 10 starts. He will now look to keep the momentum at San Diego on Saturday.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Secures clean sheet Hansen registered four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Hansen delivered a commanding performance in Saturday's 2-0 win over Sporting KC, making four saves across 90 minutes including a sharp stop from Calvin Harris's stinging effort from distance in the 28th minute and an excellent low save to deny Dejan Joveljic's clipped effort moments later, before Sporting's two red cards swung the match decisively in Colorado's favor. The goalkeeper has now kept back-to-back clean sheets, contributing to a Rapids defensive solidity that has been central to their push up the Western Conference table. Hansen heads into the LAFC fixture having established himself as one of the most consistent goalkeepers in the conference over the past month.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Nico Hansen had three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Austin FC.

Impact Hansen didn't face much trouble in this game and made three saves in the clean sheet. He has a great chance to add another clean sheet in two weeks against a Sporting KC side which has only scored an average of one goal per game.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in 1-0 defeat Nico Hansen recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Hansen made two saves but was unable to keep St Louis FC at bay as his side defended most of the game with 10 men after Rob Holding got sent of for a foul as the final man. His first-half save saw the keeper tip a shot from a narrow angle onto the crossbar. So far this year, he has kept two clean sheets from eight appearances.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in win Hansen recorded two saves and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 1-0 win over San Diego FC.

Impact Hansen kept a clean sheet in Wednesday's 1-0 win over San Diego, making two saves across 90 minutes and maintaining his composure throughout a match where Colorado needed him to be sharp in the key moments. The goalkeeper has now made 20 saves while recording two clean sheets across seven MLS appearances this season, continuing to provide a dependable presence between the posts. His consistency and shot-stopping ability should keep him firmly established as Colorado's first-choice goalkeeper heading into the remainder of the Western Conference campaign.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two Hansen recorded no saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus FC Dallas.

Impact Hansen recorded three clearances but conceded two penalties. He has now made 14 clearances and 13 saves in the last five games. His next match will be in July, following the conclusion of the World Cup.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six saves at Real Salt Lake Hansen recorded six saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Hansen did a great job despite the loss, as he posted a season-high count of saves during his fifth MLS game of the year. The keeper also raised his average to 3.6 shots stopped per contest. He has provided cover for the absence of Zack Steffen (shoulder) in the last three games, although it's still unclear how much longer that situation will continue while the regular starter works on his recovery.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in clean sheet Hansen registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Minnesota United.

Impact With Zack Steffen (upper body) still sidelined, Hansen retained his place for a second successive start and delivered a composed performance. He kept things tidy between the sticks, making two saves to claim a much-needed clean sheet, only his first shutout in four starts this campaign but his fourth in 14 outings overall with the club. Another test awaits against Real Salt Lake on Saturday.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes one Hansen registered no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss to St. Louis City SC.

Impact Hansen recorded three clearances and conceded once. He replaced the absent Zack Steffen, making his first appearance since mid-March. Hansen could start the next game against Minnesota United if Zack Steffen's shoulder injury proves to be serious.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Five saves made Hansen recorded five saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to New York City FC.

Impact Hansen made five saves Saturday, however did allow three goals during the loss to NYCFC. He's only played in two games this season, conceding four goals with 10 saves. If Zack Steffen is still unfit to play, the keeper will get another chance to play vs Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, who have scored just three goals in the last four appearances.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent Saturday Defreitas Hansen had five saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 4-1 win over Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Hansen faced six shots and stopped five of them during Saturday's win. It was an excellent performance, even with Colorado controlling most of the match. The goalkeeper will hope he can build off this performance in the coming weeks, as it was truly excellent despite the overall dominance of the match.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new contract Hansen has signed a new contract with Colorado, according to his club.

Impact Hansen is back with Colorado for another few seasons, inking a deal through the 2028/29 season. That said, he is likely to remain as their backup moving forward, appearing in 10 games last season but serving behind Zack Steffen.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Concedes three goals Defreitas Hansen had two saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-0 loss versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Defreitas Hansen's struggles continue. Each of his last three appearances include multiple goals conceded. Opposing teams' last seven shots on goal to Defreitas Hansen saw him barely log multiple saves, and he will look to bounce back Saturday against Vancouver.

JULY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Zero saves in defeat Defreitas Hansen made no saves and allowed two goals in Friday's 2-1 defeat to Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Defreitas Hansen had a difficult outing in Friday's game, making zero saves for the first time in a game this season while conceding two goals. This is a big slowdown compared to his season-high performance from last Saturday. The goalie has conceded five goals in the last two games after allowing only six in his first seven league matches this campaign. Defreitas Hansen will hope to find a clean sheet again on Wednesday against LAFC.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eight saves in 3-3 draw Defreitas Hansen recorded eight saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus New England Revolution.

Impact Hansen conceded three goals, all of which came in the second half, which saw his side go from a 3-0 lead to a draw. This was his eighth start of the season, and he has kept three clean sheets. All of his clean sheets have come in home games. In this game his eight saves were the most he has made in any match, although it was the first time that he has conceded three goals in a game.

JUNE 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet in win Defreitas Hansen had five saves and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Defreitas Hansen picked up his first clean sheet in four outings, and his third of the season. This was also the third time in four outings that he made at least five saves, and he is up to 19 saves, compared to five goals conceded across that span. Up next for the Rapids is a meeting with New England Revolution on Saturday.

JUNE 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lets in one Hansen registered two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Orlando City SC.

Impact Hansen made two clearances but was beaten by a powerful low strike in the 24th minute-one he arguably could have saved. Over the last five games, he has tallied 18 saves and seven clearances, though he has conceded five goals in his last three appearances.

JUNE 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two more goals Hansen allowed two goals while making five saves during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Austin.

Impact Hansen allowed a goal in each half as Colorado dropped all three points Saturday. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for 13 saves over his last three starts.

JUNE 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up two goals in loss Hansen made seven saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus the Timbers.

Impact Hansen was unable to do anything on the two goals he conceded, but the seven saves suggest he was able to respond most of the time he was forced to work. With Zack Steffen (oblique) injured, there's a good chance Hansen will start again when the Rapids take on Austin on Saturday.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Saturday Hansen had one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Hansen made his third start of the season and kept his second straight clean sheet. He only needed to make one save to accomplish that, a massive credit to his defense. With Zack Steffen (oblique) injured, there's a good chance Hansen will start again Wednesday at Portland.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records clean sheet Hansen made three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Hansen made two clearances and kept his first clean sheet of the season in just his second appearance. He stepped in for Zack Steffen, who is sidelined with an oblique injury, and is likely to remain in goal against St. Louis City SC if Zack Steffen isn't fit in time.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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