Match Summary
Real Salt Lake defeated Orlando City SC 4:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by C. Arango 23′, J. Glad 41′, J. Savarino 78′, A. Julio 88′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 52% possession while Orlando City SC held 48%. Real Salt Lake had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 1.93 — Orlando City SC 0.92. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Real Salt Lake and Orlando City SC — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Real Salt Lake had 52% possession against Orlando City SC's 48%. Real Salt Lake registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Orlando City SC managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 16–12.
Lineups
Real Salt Lake lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under P. Mastroeni, while Orlando City SC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Ó. Pareja.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.96, compared to 6.86 for Orlando City SC. 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 (7.07), while Orlando City SC's best-rated player is C. Araújo (7.09).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 4 goals and 2 assists this season, led by B. Ojeda (2G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 5 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by D. McGuire (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Real Salt Lake deploy 4 defenders rated 7.00 on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.64. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Real Salt Lake field 4 midfielders averaging 6.93, versus Orlando City SC's 5 rated 6.99. 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.
Forward Threat
Real Salt Lake start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Orlando City SC averaging 6.81. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 52% for Real Salt Lake and 46% for Orlando City SC. 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.
Discipline
Real Salt Lake's starters have collected 27 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Orlando City SC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Real Salt Lake's starting XI is 27.2 (youngest: B. Ojeda (25), oldest: C. Arango (30)), while Orlando City SC average 25.2 (youngest: C. Araújo (24), oldest: Rafael Santos (27)). 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 28 league appearances each, versus 23 for Orlando City SC. 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Real Salt Lake have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Orlando City SC show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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