Hamzat Ojediran scores screamer on Colorado Rapids home debut

Hamzat Ojediran marked his home debut for the Colorado Rapids with a stunning goal in Major League Soccer (MLS) on Sunday.

​Ojediran fired the Rapids ahead after just seven minutes with a long-distance strike from 30 yards as Colorado defeated the Portland Timbers 2-0.

The former Nigeria Golden Eaglets midfielder’s goal set the tone for the match, allowing the Rapids to play with an early lead before Lucas Herrington doubled the advantage with a header in the 53rd minute.

Ojediran gives the @ColoradoRapids the early lead at home!

📺 Apple TV: https://t.co/6LA3Kfxyw0 pic.twitter.com/mDqB8yrCCr

— Major League Soccer (@MLS) February 28, 2026

​This victory marks their first win of the new season, moving them to ninth in the Western Conference with three points after two matches.

​Ojediran arrival

​The 22-year-old joined the Rapids in January 2026 from French side RC Lens on a long-term contract through 2028. His signing is part of a significant roster overhaul led by head coach Matt Wells.

​Following the victory, the Colorado Rapids currently sit 9th in the Western Conference standings.

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