Match Summary
New York Red Bulls defeated Real Salt Lake 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by Z. Gozo 3′, E. M. Choupo-Moting 52′, E. M. Choupo-Moting 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. New York Red Bulls had 55% possession while Real Salt Lake held 45%. New York Red Bulls had 24 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: New York Red Bulls 3.76 — Real Salt Lake 1.17. New York Red Bulls made 5 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting 81′), Card upgrade (Kyle Duncan 89′), Penalty confirmed (Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between New York Red Bulls and Real Salt Lake — 3 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
New York Red Bulls had 55% possession against Real Salt Lake's 45%. New York Red Bulls registered 24 shots (7 on target) while Real Salt Lake managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–0. Fouls committed: 16–11.
Lineups
New York Red Bulls lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Sandro Schwarz, while Real Salt Lake deployed a 4-2-2-2 under Pablo Andrés Mastroeni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for New York Red Bulls is 6.97, compared to 7.02 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. New York Red Bulls's highest-rated starter is E. Forsberg (7.30), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is Rafael Cabral (7.11).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York Red Bulls have contributed 18 goals and 13 assists this season, led by E. Forsberg (11G). 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
New York Red Bulls deploy 4 defenders rated 6.96 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
New York Red Bulls field 5 midfielders averaging 6.97, versus Real Salt Lake's 4 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
New York Red Bulls 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 42% for New York Red Bulls 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
New York Red Bulls's starters have collected 31 yellow cards this season, compared to 26 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 New York Red Bulls's starting XI is 26.9 (youngest: R. Donkor (21), oldest: E. Forsberg (34)), while Real Salt Lake average 28.5 (youngest: B. Ojeda (25), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)). 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
New York Red Bulls's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 32 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, New York Red Bulls have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Real Salt Lake show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
New York Red Bulls and Real Salt Lake have met 1 times — New York Red Bulls won 0, Real Salt Lake won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (3 for the home side, 3 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 3–3 in 2025.
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