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Real Salt Lake vs Minnesota United Fc

Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy24 August 2025 at 02:30

Match Events

Real Salt Lake
Minnesota United FC
Kick Off
6′
B. Vera

Own Goal

36′
R. Lod

assist: N. Romero

Half Time
D. GoncalvesA. Piol
46′
51′
J. Pereyra

assist: R. Lod

J. RussellP. Ruiz
61′
S. JunquaA. Katranis
61′
63′
J. RosalesT. Oluwaseyi
E. EneliB. Ojeda
68′
74′
A. MarkanichM. Duggan
74′
W. TrappO. Gene
75′
K. YeboahJ. Gressel
81′
J. DiazD. Taylor
J. GladP. Quinton
90+5′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
10Shots off Goal2
27Total Shots9
11Blocked Shots4
13Shots insidebox6
14Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls16
6Corner Kicks5
3Offsides3
68%Ball Possession32%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves5
549Total passes276
486Passes accurate198
89%Passes %72%
2.05expected_goals0.71
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.90, compared to 6.86 for Minnesota United FC. 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 Rafael Cabral (7.28), while Minnesota United FC's best-rated player is J. Pereyra (7.33).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 1 goals and 4 assists this season, led by V. Olatunji (1G). Minnesota United FC's starters account for 13 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by K. Yeboah (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 6.75 on average, against Minnesota United FC's 5-man backline averaging 6.81. 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 7.22, versus Minnesota United FC's 3 rated 6.73. 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 6.65, compared to 2 for Minnesota United FC averaging 7.04. 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 82% for Real Salt Lake and 82% for Minnesota United FC. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 for Minnesota United FC. 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 29.2 (youngest: N. Caliskan (25), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while Minnesota United FC average 27.4 (youngest: N. Romero (22), oldest: M. Boxall (37)). 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 11 league appearances each, versus 11 for Minnesota United FC. 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 Lake4-2-3-15-3-2Minnesota United FC
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cabral2Yedlin15Glad4Vera29Junqua14Eneli92Caliskan77Russell12Cruz10Goncalv.17Olatunji97St.Clair21Hlongwa.28Diaz15Boxall5Romero13Markani.17Lod20Trapp8Rosales26Pereyra9Yeboah

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Substitutes

Coach: Eric Ramsay

Real Salt LakePosition StrengthMinnesota United FC
6.90
Avg Rating
6.86
7.28Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.75Defender (4 v 5)6.81
0G 2A4G 2A
7.22Midfielder (5 v 3)6.73
0G 2A0G 0A
6.65Forward (1 v 2)7.04
1G 0A9G 4A
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
2DefenderD. Yedlin6.61A
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
4DefenderB. Vera
29DefenderS. Junqua6.7
14MidfielderE. Eneli
92MidfielderN. Caliskan7.22A
77MidfielderJ. Russell
12MidfielderRwan Cruz
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
17ForwardV. Olatunji6.71G
Minnesota United FC5-3-2
97GoalkeeperD. St.Clair
21DefenderB. Hlongwane6.5
28DefenderJ. Diaz6.91A
15DefenderM. Boxall6.7
5DefenderN. Romero7.0
13DefenderA. Markanich7.04G1A
17MidfielderR. Lod
20MidfielderW. Trapp6.7
8MidfielderJ. Rosales
26ForwardJ. Pereyra7.31G4A
9ForwardK. Yeboah6.88G

Match Summary

Minnesota United FC defeated Real Salt Lake 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by B. Vera 6′ (o.g.), V. Olatunji 16′, R. Lod 36′, J. Pereyra 51′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 68% possession while Minnesota United FC held 32%. Real Salt Lake had 27 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Minnesota United FC. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 2.05 — Minnesota United FC 0.71. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, Minnesota United FC made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

Real Salt Lake vs Minnesota United FC Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
Real Salt Lake
3
wins
Drawn
10
Minnesota United FC
7
wins
Total goals
53 · 2.6/match
Both scored
13/20 · 65%
Over 2.5
9/20 · 45%

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