Lalas Abubakar

Alhassan “Lalas” Abubakar played 5 seasons with the Colorado Rapids recording 153 appearances and scoring nine goals. Abubakar was named the Rapids’ Defensive Player of the year twice. Once in 2019 and again in 2020. Lalas also recorded three assists during his time in Colorado. FC Dallas signed Abubakar as a free agent to two-year contract with a one-year club option. 

“We’re very happy to sign Lalas to our roster,” sporting director André Zanotta said. “Strengthening our defensive group this offseason was a priority. Lalas provides us a great player, competitor, and flexibility along our backline. We look forward to him joining our group once preseason begins.”

Abubakar helped the Rapids to the MLS Cup playoffs in 2024 and a third-place finish in the 2024 Leagues Cup. Below are photos taken by Jordan Collins of Lalas Abubakar from his time in Colorado.