Match Summary
Real Salt Lake defeated Los Angeles FC 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by C. Arango 72′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles FC had 68% possession while Real Salt Lake held 32%. Los Angeles FC had 20 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (4 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: Los Angeles FC 1.17 — Real Salt Lake 0.55. Los Angeles FC made 4 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles FC and Real Salt Lake — 1 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Rubín
Match Statistics
Los Angeles FC had 68% possession against Real Salt Lake's 32%. Los Angeles FC registered 20 shots (7 on target) while Real Salt Lake managed 7 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 9–1. Fouls committed: 11–16.
Lineups
Los Angeles FC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under S. Cherundolo, while Real Salt Lake deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Mastroeni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles FC is 7.33, compared to 6.98 for Real Salt Lake. 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. Los Angeles FC's highest-rated starter is D. Bouanga (7.67), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is J. Glad (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles FC have contributed 26 goals and 10 assists this season, led by D. Bouanga (26G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 4 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by B. Ojeda (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Los Angeles FC deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Real Salt Lake's 4-man backline averaging 7.00. 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
Los Angeles FC field 3 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Real Salt Lake's 5 rated 6.96. 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
Los Angeles FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.67, compared to 1 for Real Salt Lake averaging —. 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 42% for Los Angeles FC and 52% for Real Salt Lake. 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
Los Angeles FC's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 23 for Real Salt Lake. 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 Los Angeles FC's starting XI is 30.8 (youngest: T. Tillman (26), oldest: Ilie Sánchez (35)), while Real Salt Lake average 27.3 (youngest: B. Ojeda (25), oldest: C. Arango (30)). 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
Los Angeles FC's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 30 for Real Salt Lake. 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, Los Angeles FC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Real Salt Lake show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Los Angeles FC and Real Salt Lake have met 2 times — Los Angeles FC won 2, Real Salt Lake won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Los Angeles FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (8 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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