Match Summary
Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Real Salt Lake 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by Z. Gozo 1′, D. Luna 4′, B. White 20′, B. White 25′ (pen.), P. Vite 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 44% possession while Vancouver Whitecaps held 56%. Real Salt Lake had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for Vancouver Whitecaps. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 0.98 — Vancouver Whitecaps 2.99. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, Vancouver Whitecaps made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Sam Adekugbe 23′).
Match Events
Key match events between Real Salt Lake and Vancouver Whitecaps — 5 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Luna
assist: S. Berhalter
Penalty
assist: E. Sabbi
Match Statistics
Real Salt Lake had 44% possession against Vancouver Whitecaps's 56%. Real Salt Lake registered 14 shots (4 on target) while Vancouver Whitecaps managed 14 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 16–12.
Lineups
Real Salt Lake lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Pablo Andrés Mastroeni, while Vancouver Whitecaps deployed a 4-3-3 under Jesper Ingemann Sørensen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.95, compared to 7.18 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 Rafael Cabral (7.11), while Vancouver Whitecaps's best-rated player is S. Berhalter (7.61).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 3 goals and 4 assists this season, led by J. Glad (1G). Vancouver Whitecaps's starters account for 31 goals and 22 assists, spearheaded by B. White (18G). 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 Vancouver Whitecaps's 4-man backline averaging 7.19. 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 6.82, versus Vancouver Whitecaps's 3 rated 7.28. 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 3 for Vancouver Whitecaps averaging 7.03. 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 51% for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 27 yellow cards this season, compared to 28 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 27.6 (youngest: D. Marczuk (22), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while Vancouver Whitecaps average 25.2 (youngest: P. Vite (23), oldest: T. Blackmon (29)). 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 26 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Real Salt Lake have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Vancouver Whitecaps show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Real Salt Lake and Vancouver Whitecaps have met 1 times — Real Salt Lake won 0, Vancouver Whitecaps won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Vancouver Whitecaps leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026