Overview

• Steffen underwent surgery on June 10 to repair his right medial meniscus and will be out of action for four to six weeks.
• The injury occurred during a U.S. national team training session in Chicago, ruling him out of the upcoming CONCACAF Gold Cup.
• Backup goalkeeper Nicolas Hansen has started the past four matches, recording two wins and two losses for the Rapids.
• Steffen, 30, has made 30 career appearances for the U.S. men’s national team and was in contention for the Gold Cup starting role.
• Colorado sits ninth in the MLS Western Conference at 6-7-4 ahead of Saturday’s home game against Orlando City.