 in the process. Pointing out potential reasons behind the Rapids' alarming struggles over the last two seasons, they identified a lack of investment in the team and facilities as a major cause. On top of this, they also accused KSE of under-par engagement with supporters during this period. For them, a telling indicator of the franchise's perceived underperformance can be demonstrated by the team's recent Forbes valuation. A major concern for supporters is the fact that Colorado was valued at $350 million (£286 million), even though the expansion fee for prospective MLS owners stands at $500 million (£408 million). Signing off from their statement to the club's owners, they added a host of improvements that they hoped would be considered by KSE moving forward. These included: "competent club managem){kind=link}
The supporters of the struggling MLS outfit the Colorado Rapids issued a blunt open letter to the club’s owners after two seasons of poor form and a perceived lack of investment on and off the pitch
Arsenal chief Josh Kroenke has issued a response to supporters of his MLS club after he was sent a letter levelling an extensive list of criticisms towards their owners.
The 43-year-old, who serves as alternate governor for the Colorado Rapids, addressed the various rebukes outlined by the Centennial 38 fan group. In an open letter, the supporters did not mince their words as they identified a plethora of problems both on and off the pitch.
The past two years have been tumultuous for the MLS outfit from a sporting perspective and they currently sit rock bottom of the Western Conference. They have just three wins all campaign, following on from last term was similarly troubled showing which saw them finish 18th.
Head coach Robin Fraser ultimately paid the price for his team’s poor form as he lost his job after a run of 10 defeats in 15 outings recently. However, fans have now turned their ire on those above the coaching personnel, lamenting Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) in the process.