Match Summary
Minnesota United FC defeated Real Salt Lake 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by B. Vera 6′ (o.g.), V. Olatunji 16′, R. Lod 36′, J. Pereyra 51′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 68% possession while Minnesota United FC held 32%. Real Salt Lake had 27 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Minnesota United FC. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 2.05 — Minnesota United FC 0.71. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, Minnesota United FC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Real Salt Lake and Minnesota United FC — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: N. Romero
assist: R. Lod
Match Statistics
Real Salt Lake had 68% possession against Minnesota United FC's 32%. Real Salt Lake registered 27 shots (6 on target) while Minnesota United FC managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 14–16.
Lineups
Real Salt Lake lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Pablo Andrés Mastroeni, while Minnesota United FC deployed a 5-3-2 under Eric Ramsay.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 7.03, compared to 6.99 for Minnesota United FC. 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 Minnesota United FC's best-rated player is D. St.Clair (7.19).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by J. Glad (1G). Minnesota United FC's starters account for 17 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by A. Markanich (10G). 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 Minnesota United FC's 5-man backline averaging 6.98. 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 —, versus Minnesota United FC's 3 rated 6.83. 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 Minnesota United FC 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 Minnesota United FC. 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 28 for Minnesota United FC. 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 29.7 (youngest: B. Vera (26), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while Minnesota United FC average 28.8 (youngest: B. Hlongwane (25), oldest: M. Boxall (37)). 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 32 league appearances each, versus 34 for Minnesota United FC. 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. Minnesota United FC show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Real Salt Lake and Minnesota United FC have met 2 times — Real Salt Lake won 0, Minnesota United FC won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Minnesota United FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026