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Real Salt Lake vs San Diego

Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy9 March 2025 at 02:30

Match Events

Real Salt Lake
San Diego
Kick Off
A. Piol

assist: D. Marczuk

17′
43′
F. Negri

assist: T. Angel

Half Time
A. KatranisS. Junqua
55′
55′
P. McNairI. Pilcher
64′
L. de la TorreE. Boateng
64′
T. AngelO. Valakari
D. LunaT. Wolff
70′
A. PiolF. Ajago
70′
J. BrownK. Henry
70′
73′
F. NegriL. Bombino
73′
J. LoffelsendW. Kumado
D. MarczukB. Hidalgo
85′
90′
M. Ingvartsen

assist: O. Valakari

Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal8
5Shots off Goal5
13Total Shots15
2Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox13
7Shots outsidebox2
10Fouls11
4Corner Kicks6
2Offsides1
48%Ball Possession52%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves5
470Total passes509
388Passes accurate433
83%Passes %85%
2.09expected_goals2.47
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.92, compared to 7.07 for San Diego. 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 San Diego's best-rated player is A. Dreyer (7.66).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by D. Luna (4G). San Diego's starters account for 18 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by M. Ingvartsen (11G). 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 6.79 on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 6.88. 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 San Diego's 3 rated 7.14. 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 San Diego averaging 7.46. 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 Real Salt Lake and 85% for San Diego. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for San Diego. 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 25.9 (youngest: A. Piol (21), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while San Diego average 29.3 (youngest: C. J. dos Santos (25), oldest: A. Godoy (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

Real Salt Lake's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 11 for San Diego. 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 Lake4-2-3-14-3-3San Diego
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cabral91Brown15Glad26Quinton98Katranis14Eneli6Ojeda11Marczuk8Luna10Goncalv.23Piol1Santos19Loffels.97McVey17McNair22Negri20Godoy6Tverskov14Torre10Dreyer9Angel7Ingvart.

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Substitutes

Coach: Michael Anthony Varas

Real Salt LakePosition StrengthSan Diego
6.92
Avg Rating
7.07
7.28Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.30
0G 0A0G 0A
6.79Defender (4 v 4)6.88
0G 2A1G 0A
6.99Midfielder (5 v 3)7.14
4G 1A0G 2A
6.80Forward (1 v 3)7.46
1G 0A17G 7A
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
91DefenderJ. Brown
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
26DefenderP. Quinton6.81A
98DefenderA. Katranis6.6
14MidfielderE. Eneli
6MidfielderB. Ojeda
11MidfielderD. Marczuk6.5
8MidfielderD. Luna7.44G1A
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
23ForwardA. Piol6.81G
San Diego4-3-3
1GoalkeeperC. J. dos Santos6.3
19DefenderJ. Loffelsend
97DefenderC. McVey6.91G
17DefenderP. McNair
22DefenderF. Negri
20MidfielderA. Godoy6.91A
6MidfielderJ. Tverskov7.41A
14MidfielderL. de la Torre
10ForwardA. Dreyer7.76G5A
9ForwardT. Angel
7ForwardM. Ingvartsen7.311G2A

Match Summary

San Diego defeated Real Salt Lake 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by A. Piol 17′, F. Negri 43′, A. Dreyer 90′, M. Ingvartsen 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 48% possession while San Diego held 52%. Real Salt Lake had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 15 (8 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 2.09 — San Diego 2.47. Real Salt Lake made 5 substitutions, San Diego made 5.

Rivalry since 2025

Real Salt Lake vs San Diego Head to Head Results

3 stretnutí
Real Salt Lake
2
wins
Drawn
1
San Diego
0
wins
Total goals
14 · 4.7/match
Both scored
3/3 · 100%
Over 2.5
3/3 · 100%

Recent Form

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

API data: 11 May 2026