Match Summary
Real Salt Lake defeated Colorado Rapids 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by B. Vera 19′, C. Arango 49′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 57% possession while Colorado Rapids held 43%. Real Salt Lake had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Colorado Rapids. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 1.02 — Colorado Rapids 0.20. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, Colorado Rapids made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Real Salt Lake and Colorado Rapids — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Chang
Match Statistics
Real Salt Lake had 57% possession against Colorado Rapids's 43%. Real Salt Lake registered 17 shots (5 on target) while Colorado Rapids managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–4. Fouls committed: 13–21.
Lineups
Real Salt Lake lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under P. Mastroeni, while Colorado Rapids deployed a 4-4-2 under R. Fraser.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.98, compared to 7.14 for Colorado Rapids. 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 Colorado Rapids's best-rated player is Rafael Navarro (7.28).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 4 goals and 1 assists this season, led by B. Ojeda (2G). Colorado Rapids's starters account for 15 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by Rafael Navarro (12G). 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 Colorado Rapids's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 6.96, versus Colorado Rapids's 4 rated 7.00. 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 2 for Colorado Rapids averaging 7.28. 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 —% for Colorado Rapids. 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 23 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Colorado Rapids. 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 28.6 (youngest: B. Ojeda (25), oldest: M. Chang (34)), while Colorado Rapids average 24.5 (youngest: C. Bassett (24), oldest: Rafael Navarro (25)). 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 30 league appearances each, versus 30 for Colorado Rapids. 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. Colorado Rapids show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Real Salt Lake and Colorado Rapids have met 2 times — Real Salt Lake won 1, Colorado Rapids won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026