Sporting KC Triumphs Over Rapids 4-1, Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive

Sporting Kansas City defeated Colorado Rapids 4-1, with Alan Pulido and Erik Thommy each scoring two goals.
Pulido opened the scoring in the 9th minute and added a second goal in the 49th minute after a Rapids turnover.
Thommy, who came on as a substitute, scored in the 69th and 82nd minutes to seal the victory.
Colorado's Michael Edwards scored his first MLS goal in the 75th minute, providing a brief glimmer of hope for the Rapids.
Sporting KC outshot the Rapids 31-6, their highest shot total of the season, and must win their next game to stay in playoff contention.