Match Summary
Real Salt Lake defeated St. Louis City 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by D. Luna 15′, N. Gioacchini 21′, D. Kreilach 48′, D. Kreilach 66′. 6 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City had 48% possession while Real Salt Lake held 52%. St. Louis City had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (8 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: St. Louis City 0.73 — Real Salt Lake 1.04. St. Louis City made 5 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City and Real Salt Lake — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
St. Louis City had 48% possession against Real Salt Lake's 52%. St. Louis City registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Real Salt Lake managed 13 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 13–8.
Lineups
St. Louis City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under B. Carnell, while Real Salt Lake deployed a 4-4-2 under P. Mastroeni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City is 6.86, compared to 6.96 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. St. Louis City's highest-rated starter is Célio Pompeu (6.86), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is J. Glad (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Célio Pompeu (2G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 2 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by J. Glad (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
St. Louis City 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
St. Louis City field 5 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Real Salt Lake's 4 rated 6.90. 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
St. Louis City start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 —% for St. Louis City 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
St. Louis City's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 21 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 St. Louis City's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: N. Blom (26), oldest: J. Nerwinski (31)), while Real Salt Lake average 27.0 (youngest: B. Vera (26), oldest: J. Glad (28)). 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
St. Louis City's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 27 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, St. Louis City 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
St. Louis City and Real Salt Lake have met 3 times — St. Louis City won 0, Real Salt Lake won 1, 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 (5 for the home side, 6 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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