Match Summary
Real Salt Lake defeated San Diego 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Luna 45′, H. Lozano 45′ (pen.), D. Luna 54′ (pen.), S. Junqua 66′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. San Diego had 58% possession while Real Salt Lake held 42%. San Diego had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: San Diego 1.67 — Real Salt Lake 1.90. San Diego made 6 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Braian Ojeda 52′).
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego and Real Salt Lake — 4 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
San Diego had 58% possession against Real Salt Lake's 42%. San Diego registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Real Salt Lake managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 19–19.
Lineups
San Diego lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Michael Anthony Varas, while Real Salt Lake deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pablo Andrés Mastroeni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego is 7.12, compared to 6.94 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. San Diego's highest-rated starter is J. Tverskov (7.55), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is Rafael Cabral (7.11).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego have contributed 27 goals and 30 assists this season, led by H. Lozano (11G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 3 goals and 0 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
San Diego deploy 4 defenders rated 7.03 on average, against Real Salt Lake's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. 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
San Diego field 4 midfielders averaging 7.16, versus Real Salt Lake's 5 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
San Diego start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.23, compared to 1 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 64% for San Diego and 43% 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
San Diego's starters have collected 42 yellow cards this season, compared to 22 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 San Diego's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)), while Real Salt Lake average 27.3 (youngest: B. Hidalgo (23), 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
San Diego's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 28 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.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego have recorded 4 wins, 1 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
San Diego and Real Salt Lake have met 1 times — San Diego won 1, Real Salt Lake won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Diego leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (3 for the home side, 1 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 1–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026