Match Summary
St. Louis City defeated Real Salt Lake 4:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by N. Gioacchini 47′, João Klauss 61′, João Klauss 66′, R. Alm 76′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 61% possession while St. Louis City held 39%. Real Salt Lake had 19 shots (8 on target) compared to 14 (8 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 1.28 — St. Louis City 1.64. Real Salt Lake made 4 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Real Salt Lake and St. Louis City — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Real Salt Lake had 61% possession against St. Louis City's 39%. Real Salt Lake registered 19 shots (8 on target) while St. Louis City managed 14 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 9–4. Fouls committed: 8–20.
Lineups
Real Salt Lake lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Mastroeni, while St. Louis City deployed a 4-4-2 under B. Carnell.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.96, compared to — for St. Louis City. 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 St. Louis City's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by J. Glad (1G). St. Louis City's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 St. Louis City'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 5 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus St. Louis City's 4 rated —. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for St. Louis City 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 52% for Real Salt Lake and —% for St. Louis City. 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 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for St. Louis City. 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 27.5 (youngest: B. Vera (26), oldest: A. Julio (29)), while St. Louis City average 31.0 (youngest: J. Nerwinski (31), oldest: J. Nerwinski (31)). 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 27 league appearances each, versus 0 for St. Louis City. 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. St. Louis City show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Real Salt Lake and St. Louis City have met 3 times — Real Salt Lake won 1, St. Louis City won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Real Salt Lake leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.67 per match (6 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Real Salt Lake are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
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