Match Summary
Real Salt Lake and Portland Timbers drew 3:3. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by D. Marczuk 10′, D. Luna 22′, Antony 62′, Evander 76′, Diogo Gonçalves 89′, J. Rodríguez 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 53% possession while Portland Timbers held 47%. Real Salt Lake had 18 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Portland Timbers. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 2.01 — Portland Timbers 0.50. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, Portland Timbers made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Real Salt Lake and Portland Timbers — 6 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Real Salt Lake had 53% possession against Portland Timbers's 47%. Real Salt Lake registered 18 shots (4 on target) while Portland Timbers managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 18–11.
Lineups
Real Salt Lake lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Mastroeni, while Portland Timbers deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Neville.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.91, compared to 6.91 for Portland Timbers. 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 Portland Timbers's best-rated player is D. Ayala (7.18).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by J. Glad (1G). Portland Timbers's starters account for 11 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by F. Mora (7G). 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 Portland Timbers's 4-man backline averaging 6.75. 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 6.74, versus Portland Timbers's 5 rated 7.18. 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 1 for Portland Timbers averaging 6.80. 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 Portland Timbers. 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 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Portland Timbers. 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: D. Marczuk (22), oldest: M. Crooks (31)), while Portland Timbers average 27.8 (youngest: D. Ayala (23), oldest: F. Mora (32)). 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 26 league appearances each, versus 33 for Portland Timbers. 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.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Real Salt Lake have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Portland Timbers show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Real Salt Lake and Portland Timbers have met 3 times — Real Salt Lake won 1, Portland Timbers won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.67 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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