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Real Salt Lake vs Vancouver Whitecaps

Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy25 May 2025 at 02:30

Match Events

Real Salt Lake
Vancouver Whitecaps
Kick Off
Z. Gozo

assist: D. Luna

1′
20′
B. White

assist: S. Berhalter

VAR
23′Penalty confirmed
25′
B. White

Penalty

Half Time
B. VeraP. Quinton
56′
68′
S. AdekugbeT. Johnson
68′
J. NelsonE. Sabbi
A. KatranisS. Junqua
71′
W. AgadaA. Piol
71′
P. RuizB. Ojeda
72′
N. CaliskanB. Hidalgo
81′
81′
E. OcampoM. Laborda
85′
A. AhmedD. Rios
85′
R. Priso-MbongueJ. Ngando
90′
P. Vite

assist: E. Sabbi

Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal6
9Shots off Goal6
14Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots2
8Shots insidebox6
6Shots outsidebox8
16Fouls12
8Corner Kicks6
4Offsides2
44%Ball Possession56%
5Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
344Total passes448
274Passes accurate389
80%Passes %87%
0.98expected_goals2.99
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.99, compared to 7.18 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 Z. Gozo (7.45), while Vancouver Whitecaps's best-rated player is S. Berhalter (7.88).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 10 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Z. Gozo (6G). Vancouver Whitecaps's starters account for 16 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by B. White (8G). 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 6.92 on average, against Vancouver Whitecaps's 4-man backline averaging 7.03. 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 6.98, versus Vancouver Whitecaps's 3 rated 7.60. 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 3 for Vancouver Whitecaps averaging 6.89. 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 80% for Real Salt Lake and 84% for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 25.5 (youngest: Z. Gozo (18), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while Vancouver Whitecaps average 26.0 (youngest: E. Ocampo (22), oldest: Y. Takaoka (29)). 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 10 league appearances each, versus 12 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 Lake4-2-3-14-3-3Vancouver Whitecaps
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cabral92Caliskan15Glad4Vera98Katranis14Eneli7Ruiz11Marczuk72Gozo8Luna9Agada1Takaoka18Ocampo33Blackmon15Utvik3Adekugbe45Vite13Priso-M.16Berhalt.22Ahmed24White7Nelson

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Substitutes

Coach: Jesper Ingemann Sørensen

Real Salt LakePosition StrengthVancouver Whitecaps
6.99
Avg Rating
7.18
7.28Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.95
0G 0A0G 1A
6.92Defender (4 v 4)7.03
0G 3A2G 0A
6.98Midfielder (5 v 3)7.60
10G 4A6G 4A
Forward (1 v 3)6.89
0G 0A8G 0A
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
92DefenderN. Caliskan7.22A
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
4DefenderB. Vera
98DefenderA. Katranis6.6
14MidfielderE. Eneli
7MidfielderP. Ruiz6.5
11MidfielderD. Marczuk6.5
72MidfielderZ. Gozo7.56G3A
8MidfielderD. Luna7.44G1A
9ForwardW. Agada
Vancouver Whitecaps4-3-3
1GoalkeeperY. Takaoka7.01A
18DefenderE. Ocampo7.01G
33DefenderT. Blackmon7.11G
15DefenderB. Utvik
3DefenderS. Adekugbe
45MidfielderP. Vite
13MidfielderR. Priso-Mbongue7.3
16MidfielderS. Berhalter7.96G4A
22ForwardA. Ahmed
24ForwardB. White6.98G
7ForwardJ. Nelson

Match Summary

Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Real Salt Lake 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by Z. Gozo 1′, D. Luna 4′, B. White 20′, B. White 25′ (pen.), P. Vite 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 44% possession while Vancouver Whitecaps held 56%. Real Salt Lake had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for Vancouver Whitecaps. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 0.98 — Vancouver Whitecaps 2.99. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, Vancouver Whitecaps made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Sam Adekugbe 23′).

Rivalry since 2016

Real Salt Lake vs Vancouver Whitecaps Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Real Salt Lake
11
wins
Drawn
1
Vancouver Whitecaps
9
wins
Total goals
58 · 2.8/match
Both scored
13/21 · 62%
Over 2.5
14/21 · 67%

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

API data: 11 May 2026