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San Jose Earthquakes vs Real Salt Lake

Earthquakes Stadium, San Jose23 February 2025 at 03:30
Referee: Badawi

Match Events

San Jose Earthquakes
Real Salt Lake
Kick Off
J. Ricketts

assist: B. Leroux

28′
Half Time
B. LerouxM. Kaye
46′
46′
J. BrownE. Eneli
57′
A. KatranisS. Junqua
57′
P. QuintonB. Vera
J. MartinezO. Bouda
67′
H. LopezA. Pellegrino
68′
68′
F. AjagoD. Goncalves
Rodrigues

assist: C. Espinoza

70′
O. Bouda

assist: C. Espinoza

74′
77′
B. OjedaB. Hidalgo
J. RickettsVitor Costa
82′
Vitor Costa

assist: M. Kaye

83′
C. ArangoP. Judd
87′
Daniel90+4′
90+3′Diego Luna
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal7
4Shots off Goal11
14Total Shots22
1Blocked Shots4
9Shots insidebox12
5Shots outsidebox10
13Fouls15
6Corner Kicks5
2Offsides2
37%Ball Possession63%
4Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves4
329Total passes569
254Passes accurate490
77%Passes %86%
2.14expected_goals1.83
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for San Jose Earthquakes is 7.03, compared to 6.93 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 Jose Earthquakes's highest-rated starter is Daniel (7.41), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is D. Luna (7.43).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of San Jose Earthquakes have contributed 3 goals and 5 assists this season, led by B. Leroux (2G). 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

San Jose Earthquakes deploy 3 defenders rated 6.78 on average, against Real Salt Lake'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

San Jose Earthquakes field 4 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Real Salt Lake's 6 rated 6.96. 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 Jose Earthquakes start 3 forward(s) averaging —, 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 79% for San Jose Earthquakes and 82% 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 Jose Earthquakes's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 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 Jose Earthquakes's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: B. Leroux (22), oldest: D. Romney (32)), while Real Salt Lake average 26.7 (youngest: T. Wolff (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

San Jose Earthquakes's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 7 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 Jose Earthquakes3-4-2-14-2-3-1Real Salt Lake
GKDEFMIDFWD
42Daniel26Rodrigu.4Valdez12Romney10Espinoza34Leroux6Harkes2Ricketts23Lopez9Arango17Martinez1Cabral91Brown15Glad26Quinton98Katranis6Ojeda13Palacio16Wolff7Ruiz8Luna27Ajago

Substitutes

Coach: Bruce Arena

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

San Jose EarthquakesPosition StrengthReal Salt Lake
7.03
Avg Rating
6.93
7.41Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.28
0G 0A0G 0A
6.78Defender (3 v 4)6.79
1G 0A0G 2A
6.99Midfielder (4 v 6)6.96
2G 5A4G 1A
San Jose Earthquakes3-4-2-1
42GoalkeeperDaniel7.4
26DefenderRodrigues
4DefenderB. R. Wilson Valdez
12DefenderD. Romney6.81G
10MidfielderC. Espinoza
34MidfielderB. Leroux7.22G3A
6MidfielderI. Harkes6.8
2MidfielderJ. Ricketts7.02A
23ForwardH. Lopez
9ForwardC. Arango
17ForwardJ. Martinez
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
91DefenderJ. Brown
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
26DefenderP. Quinton6.81A
98DefenderA. Katranis6.6
6MidfielderB. Ojeda
13MidfielderN. Palacio
16MidfielderT. Wolff
7MidfielderP. Ruiz6.5
8MidfielderD. Luna7.44G1A
27MidfielderF. Ajago

Match Summary

San Jose Earthquakes defeated Real Salt Lake 4:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Ricketts 28′, Rodrigues 70′, O. Bouda 74′, Vitor Costa 83′. 6 yellow cards were shown. San Jose Earthquakes had 37% possession while Real Salt Lake held 63%. San Jose Earthquakes had 14 shots (9 on target) compared to 22 (7 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: San Jose Earthquakes 2.14 — Real Salt Lake 1.83. San Jose Earthquakes made 5 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

San Jose Earthquakes vs Real Salt Lake Head to Head Results

32 stretnutí
San Jose Earthquakes
14
wins
Drawn
7
Real Salt Lake
11
wins
Total goals
95 · 3.0/match
Both scored
18/32 · 56%
Over 2.5
17/32 · 53%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 34 v 2021

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

API data: 11 May 2026