Colorado Rapids drew 2–2 with Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC in a competitive US Open Cup encounter, with the home side's superior shot volume failing to translate into victory. The Rapids dominated territorially, registering 19 shots and seven on target from their 4–3–3 setup, while the visiting Switchbacks operated a compact 4–1–4–1 and managed 17 efforts with just three finding the target. Georgi Minoungou opened the scoring for Colorado, but the Switchbacks' resilience—evidenced by their goalkeeper's 33.33% save percentage and zero goals conceded above expected—kept them level throughout. The Rapids' inability to capitalise on their attacking dominance proved costly as both teams shared the spoils, leaving the tie unresolved heading into the next phase. Cup progression now hinges on extra time or a replay.