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San Diego vs Real Salt Lake

Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego27 April 2025 at 00:30
Referee: Ricardo Fierro

Match Events

San Diego
Real Salt Lake
Kick Off
19′
B. VeraS. Junqua
45′
H. Lozano

Penalty

45′
Half Time
VAR
52′Penalty confirmed
54′
D. Luna

Penalty

L. BombinoH. Diop
67′
A. GodoyA. Mighten
67′
67′
A. PiolW. Agada
W. KumadoJ. Loffelsend
77′
O. ValakariM. Iloski
77′
L. de la TorreA. Alvarado Jr
83′
J. TverskovT. Angel
87′
89′
D. LunaT. Wolff
90+3′
D. GoncalvesN. Caliskan
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
5Shots off Goal4
15Total Shots10
6Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox8
7Shots outsidebox2
19Fouls19
4Corner Kicks2
1Offsides2
58%Ball Possession42%
3Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves3
550Total passes397
471Passes accurate328
86%Passes %83%
1.67expected_goals1.90
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for San Diego is 7.04, compared to 7.07 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 A. Dreyer (7.66), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is Z. Gozo (7.45).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of San Diego have contributed 11 goals and 11 assists this season, led by A. Dreyer (6G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 11 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by Z. Gozo (6G). 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 6.98 on average, against Real Salt Lake's 4-man backline averaging 6.74. 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 7.31, versus Real Salt Lake's 5 rated 7.44. 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 7.14, compared to 1 for Real Salt Lake averaging 6.80. 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 87% for San Diego and 78% 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 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 26.9 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)), while Real Salt Lake average 24.8 (youngest: Z. Gozo (18), 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 10 league appearances each, versus 9 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.

San Diego4-4-24-2-3-1Real Salt Lake
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Santos2Kumado97McVey17McNair27Bombino10Dreyer20Godoy6Tverskov14Torre8Valakari11Lozano1Cabral19Hidalgo26Quinton4Vera98Katranis6Ojeda14Eneli72Gozo8Luna10Goncalv.23Piol

Substitutes

Coach: Michael Anthony Varas

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

San DiegoPosition StrengthReal Salt Lake
7.04
Avg Rating
7.07
6.30Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.28
0G 0A0G 0A
6.98Defender (4 v 4)6.74
2G 1A0G 1A
7.31Midfielder (4 v 5)7.44
6G 7A10G 4A
7.14Forward (2 v 1)6.80
3G 3A1G 0A
San Diego4-4-2
1GoalkeeperC. J. dos Santos6.3
2DefenderW. Kumado6.8
97DefenderC. McVey6.91G
17DefenderP. McNair
27DefenderL. Bombino7.21G1A
10MidfielderA. Dreyer7.76G5A
20MidfielderA. Godoy6.91A
6MidfielderJ. Tverskov7.41A
14MidfielderL. de la Torre
8ForwardO. Valakari7.13G3A
11ForwardH. Lozano
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
19DefenderB. Hidalgo
26DefenderP. Quinton6.81A
4DefenderB. Vera
98DefenderA. Katranis6.6
6MidfielderB. Ojeda
14MidfielderE. Eneli
72MidfielderZ. Gozo7.56G3A
8MidfielderD. Luna7.44G1A
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
23ForwardA. Piol6.81G

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 card. 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′).

Rivalry since 2025

San Diego vs Real Salt Lake Head to Head Results

3 stretnutí
San Diego
1
wins
Drawn
1
Real Salt Lake
1
wins
Total goals
14 · 4.7/match
Both scored
3/3 · 100%
Over 2.5
3/3 · 100%

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026