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Real Salt Lake vs Fc Dallas

Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy23 March 2025 at 01:30
Referee: Sergiy Boyko

Match Events

Real Salt Lake
FC Dallas
Kick Off
Card upgrade21′
VAR
Half Time
P. RuizT. Wolff
46′
46′
P. DelgadoT. Ntsabeleng
S. JunquaA. Katranis
66′
N. PalacioL. Brook
66′
66′
Leo ChuL. Farrington
F. AjagoK. Henry
81′
88′Ramiro
90+3′
S. LletgetL. Abubakar
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal6
4Shots off Goal6
11Total Shots15
5Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox13
7Shots outsidebox2
16Fouls15
4Corner Kicks6
3Offsides2
44%Ball Possession56%
4Yellow Cards5
1Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves2
355Total passes455
276Passes accurate384
78%Passes %84%
0.89expected_goals2.19
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 6.83, compared to 6.90 for FC Dallas. 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 FC Dallas's best-rated player is P. Musa (7.40).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by A. Piol (1G). FC Dallas's starters account for 15 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by P. Musa (12G). 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 6.82 on average, against FC Dallas's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. 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 6.48, versus FC Dallas's 4 rated 6.83. 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 2 for FC Dallas averaging 7.40. 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 81% for Real Salt Lake and 78% for FC Dallas. 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 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for FC Dallas. 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 27.7 (youngest: A. Piol (21), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while FC Dallas average 27.4 (youngest: P. Delgado (22), oldest: S. Ibeagha (33)). 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 9 league appearances each, versus 13 for FC Dallas. 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 Lake4-4-24-3-1-2FC Dallas
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cabral26Quinton15Glad4Vera29Junqua7Ruiz6Ojeda13Palacio10Goncalv.23Piol27Ajago30Collodi18Moore25Ibeagha3Urhoghi.4Farfan8Lletget17Ramiro6Delgado10Acosta9Musa7Chu

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Substitutes

Coach: Eric Quill

Real Salt LakePosition StrengthFC Dallas
6.83
Avg Rating
6.90
7.28Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.89
0G 0A0G 0A
6.82Defender (4 v 4)6.78
0G 2A1G 3A
6.48Midfielder (5 v 4)6.83
0G 0A2G 1A
6.80Forward (1 v 2)7.40
1G 0A12G 2A
Real Salt Lake4-4-2
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
26DefenderP. Quinton6.81A
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
4DefenderB. Vera
29DefenderS. Junqua6.7
7MidfielderP. Ruiz6.5
6MidfielderB. Ojeda
13MidfielderN. Palacio
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
27MidfielderF. Ajago
23ForwardA. Piol6.81G
FC Dallas4-3-1-2
30GoalkeeperM. Collodi6.9
18DefenderS. Moore6.71A
25DefenderS. Ibeagha6.71A
3DefenderO. Urhoghide7.01G1A
4DefenderM. Farfan
8MidfielderS. Lletget
17MidfielderRamiro6.81A
6MidfielderP. Delgado6.92G
10MidfielderL. Acosta
9ForwardP. Musa7.412G2A
7ForwardLeo Chu

Match Summary

FC Dallas defeated Real Salt Lake 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Acosta 45′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Real Salt Lake had 44% possession while FC Dallas held 56%. Real Salt Lake had 11 shots (2 on target) compared to 15 (6 on target) for FC Dallas. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 0.89 — FC Dallas 2.19. Real Salt Lake made 4 substitutions, FC Dallas made 3. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Ariath Piol 21′).

Rivalry since 2012

Real Salt Lake vs FC Dallas Head to Head Results

33 stretnutí
Real Salt Lake
8
wins
Drawn
11
FC Dallas
14
wins
Total goals
91 · 2.8/match
Both scored
19/33 · 58%
Over 2.5
16/33 · 48%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 62 v 2017

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API data: 11 May 2026