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Real Salt Lake vs Los Angeles Galaxy

Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy5 April 2025 at 21:30
Referee: Guido Gonzales Jr

Match Events

Real Salt Lake
Los Angeles Galaxy
Kick Off
21′
26′
Half Time
46′
R. RamosI. Parente
46′
E. CerrilloE. Zavaleta
59′
D. FagundezE. Wynder
59′
J. PaintsilMatheus Nascimento
D. GoncalvesJ. Barea
69′
75′
J. AudeJ. Nelson
D. MarczukT. Wolff
78′
A. PiolZ. Gozo
78′
A. KatranisS. Junqua
84′
89′Zanka
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal0
2Shots off Goal3
6Total Shots7
2Blocked Shots4
4Shots insidebox0
2Shots outsidebox7
18Fouls10
4Corner Kicks1
1Offsides0
52%Ball Possession48%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
523Total passes496
456Passes accurate432
87%Passes %87%
1.45expected_goals0.29
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.93, compared to 6.86 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 D. Luna (7.43), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is J. Paintsil (7.24).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 5 goals and 2 assists this season, led by D. Luna (4G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 2 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by J. Paintsil (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

Real Salt Lake deploy 4 defenders rated 6.76 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. 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 6.99, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 3 rated 6.78. 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 6.80, compared to 3 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 7.24. 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 78% for Real Salt Lake and 86% for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 25.8 (youngest: A. Piol (21), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 22.6 (youngest: H. Miller (18), oldest: J. Paintsil (28)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 8 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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.

Real Salt Lake4-2-3-14-3-3Los Angeles Galaxy
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cabral19Hidalgo15Glad4Vera98Katranis14Eneli6Ojeda11Marczuk8Luna10Goncalv.23Piol77McCarthy26Miller25Garces5Zanka3Aude21Lepley6Cerrillo24Ramos28Paintsil27Berry7Fagundez

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Substitutes

Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney

Real Salt LakePosition StrengthLos Angeles Galaxy
6.93
Avg Rating
6.86
7.28Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.76Defender (4 v 4)6.79
0G 1A0G 1A
6.99Midfielder (5 v 3)6.78
4G 1A0G 0A
6.80Forward (1 v 3)7.24
1G 0A2G 2A
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
19DefenderB. Hidalgo
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
4DefenderB. Vera
98DefenderA. Katranis6.6
14MidfielderE. Eneli
6MidfielderB. Ojeda
11MidfielderD. Marczuk6.5
8MidfielderD. Luna7.44G1A
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
23ForwardA. Piol6.81G
Los Angeles Galaxy4-3-3
77GoalkeeperJ. McCarthy
26DefenderH. Miller6.8
25DefenderC. Garces6.71A
5DefenderZanka
3DefenderJ. Aude6.9
21MidfielderT. Lepley
6MidfielderE. Cerrillo7.0
24MidfielderR. Ramos6.5
28ForwardJ. Paintsil7.22G2A
27ForwardM. Berry
7ForwardD. Fagundez

Match Summary

Real Salt Lake defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Luna 21′, D. Luna 26′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 52% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 48%. Real Salt Lake had 6 shots (2 on target) compared to 7 (0 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 1.45 — Los Angeles Galaxy 0.29. Real Salt Lake made 4 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

Real Salt Lake vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results

41 stretnutí
Real Salt Lake
12
wins
Drawn
10
Los Angeles Galaxy
19
wins
Total goals
132 · 3.2/match
Both scored
25/41 · 61%
Over 2.5
25/41 · 61%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 62 v 2018

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