Match Events
Key match events between Real Salt Lake and Tigres UANL — 1 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. Valencia
Lineups
Real Salt Lake lined up in a — formation under M. Petke, while Tigres UANL deployed a — under Ricardo Ferretti.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 5.90, compared to 6.87 for Tigres UANL. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Real Salt Lake's highest-rated starter is J. Glad (5.90), while Tigres UANL's best-rated player is N. Guzmán (7.30).
Midfield Control
Real Salt Lake field 11 midfielders averaging 5.90, versus Tigres UANL's 11 rated 6.87. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 89% for Real Salt Lake and 54% for Tigres UANL. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Real Salt Lake's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: J. Glad (28), oldest: E. Holt (29)), while Tigres UANL average 36.3 (youngest: J. Aquino (35), oldest: N. Guzmán (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Real Salt Lake's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 1 for Tigres UANL. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Match Summary
Tigres UANL defeated Real Salt Lake 1:0. The match was played in Leagues Cup 2019. Goals were scored by E. Vargas 57′. Real Salt Lake made 3 substitutions, Tigres UANL made 3.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Real Salt Lake have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Tigres UANL show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 20 Apr 2026