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Minnesota United Fc vs Real Salt Lake

Allianz Field, Saint Paul30 March 2025 at 00:30
Referee: Victor Rivas

Match Events

Minnesota United FC
Real Salt Lake
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
P. QuintonB. Hidalgo
46′
D. MarczukZ. Gozo
46′
D. GoncalvesL. Brook
46′
F. AjagoJ. Barea
T. Oluwaseyi

assist: J. Pereyra

55′
J. PereyraO. Gene
65′
J. RosalesA. Markanich
71′
73′
B. OjedaP. Ruiz
C. Harvey
85′
90+3′Pablo Ruiz
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal6
15Total Shots15
3Blocked Shots5
12Shots insidebox7
3Shots outsidebox8
16Fouls8
5Corner Kicks2
1Offsides4
35%Ball Possession65%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves5
304Total passes568
209Passes accurate477
69%Passes %84%
2.41expected_goals1.62
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Minnesota United FC is 6.83, compared to 6.95 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. Minnesota United FC's highest-rated starter is J. Pereyra (7.33), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is D. Luna (7.43).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Minnesota United FC have contributed 10 goals and 5 assists this season, led by K. Yeboah (8G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by D. Luna (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Minnesota United FC deploy 5 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Real Salt Lake's 4-man backline averaging 6.82. 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

Minnesota United FC field 3 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus Real Salt Lake's 6 rated 6.99. 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

Minnesota United FC start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.76, compared to 0 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 83% for Minnesota United FC and 84% 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

Minnesota United FC's starters have collected 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 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 Minnesota United FC's starting XI is 25.9 (youngest: N. Romero (22), oldest: W. Trapp (32)), while Real Salt Lake average 27.0 (youngest: D. Marczuk (22), 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

Minnesota United FC's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 10 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.

Minnesota United FC5-3-24-2-3-1Real Salt Lake
GKDEFMIDFWD
97St.Clair21Hlongwa.28Diaz23Duggan5Romero8Rosales17Lod20Trapp26Pereyra9Yeboah14Oluwase.1Cabral26Quinton15Glad4Vera29Junqua14Eneli6Ojeda11Marczuk8Luna10Goncalv.27Ajago

Substitutes

Coach: Eric Ramsay

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Minnesota United FCPosition StrengthReal Salt Lake
6.83
Avg Rating
6.95
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.28
0G 0A0G 0A
6.75Defender (5 v 4)6.82
1G 1A0G 2A
7.03Midfielder (3 v 6)6.99
1G 4A4G 1A
6.76Forward (2 v 0)
8G 0A
Minnesota United FC5-3-2
97GoalkeeperD. St.Clair
21DefenderB. Hlongwane6.5
28DefenderJ. Diaz6.91A
23DefenderM. Duggan6.71G
5DefenderN. Romero7.0
8DefenderJ. Rosales
17MidfielderR. Lod
20MidfielderW. Trapp6.7
26MidfielderJ. Pereyra7.31G4A
9ForwardK. Yeboah6.88G
14ForwardT. Oluwaseyi
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
26DefenderP. Quinton6.81A
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
4DefenderB. Vera
29DefenderS. Junqua6.7
14MidfielderE. Eneli
6MidfielderB. Ojeda
11MidfielderD. Marczuk6.5
8MidfielderD. Luna7.44G1A
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
27MidfielderF. Ajago

Match Summary

Minnesota United FC defeated Real Salt Lake 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by T. Oluwaseyi 30′, T. Oluwaseyi 55′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Minnesota United FC had 35% possession while Real Salt Lake held 65%. Minnesota United FC had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: Minnesota United FC 2.41 — Real Salt Lake 1.62. Minnesota United FC made 3 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

Minnesota United FC vs Real Salt Lake Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
Minnesota United FC
7
wins
Drawn
10
Real Salt Lake
3
wins
Total goals
55 · 2.8/match
Both scored
14/20 · 70%
Over 2.5
10/20 · 50%

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