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Real Salt Lake vs San Jose Earthquakes

Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy27 July 2025 at 02:30

Match Events

Real Salt Lake
San Jose Earthquakes
Kick Off
Half Time
J. Ricketts

Own Goal

57′
58′
M. FlorianiRodrigues
68′
J. RickettsD. Romney
68′
I. HarkesM. Kaye
E. EneliB. Ojeda
69′
Z. GozoD. Marczuk
79′
W. AgadaA. Piol
79′
79′
B. LerouxN. Tsakiris
79′
C. EspinozaO. Bouda
D. LunaB. Hidalgo
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal3
5Shots off Goal2
11Total Shots9
3Blocked Shots4
6Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox4
13Fouls12
4Corner Kicks3
4Offsides1
60%Ball Possession40%
5Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves2
537Total passes348
463Passes accurate276
86%Passes %79%
1.16expected_goals1.30
-1goals_prevented-1

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 7.04, compared to 7.07 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 San Jose Earthquakes's best-rated player is Daniel (7.41).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 10 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Z. Gozo (6G). San Jose Earthquakes's starters account for 3 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by B. Leroux (2G). 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 San Jose Earthquakes's 5-man backline averaging 7.05. 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 7.12, versus San Jose Earthquakes's 4 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

Real Salt Lake start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for San Jose Earthquakes 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 83% for Real Salt Lake and 82% for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 26.3 (youngest: Z. Gozo (18), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while San Jose Earthquakes average 25.6 (youngest: M. Floriani (22), oldest: Daniel (31)). 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 10 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 Lake4-2-3-15-4-1San Jose Earthquakes
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cabral92Caliskan15Glad26Quinton29Junqua14Eneli7Ruiz72Gozo8Luna10Goncalv.9Agada42Daniel22Jones25Floriani4Valdez18Roberts2Ricketts10Espinoza34Leroux6Harkes9Arango17Martinez

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Substitutes

Coach: Bruce Arena

Real Salt LakePosition StrengthSan Jose Earthquakes
7.04
Avg Rating
7.07
7.28Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.41
0G 0A0G 0A
6.92Defender (4 v 5)7.05
0G 4A1G 2A
7.12Midfielder (5 v 4)6.96
10G 4A2G 3A
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
92DefenderN. Caliskan7.22A
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
26DefenderP. Quinton6.81A
29DefenderS. Junqua6.7
14MidfielderE. Eneli
7MidfielderP. Ruiz6.5
72MidfielderZ. Gozo7.56G3A
8MidfielderD. Luna7.44G1A
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
9ForwardW. Agada
San Jose Earthquakes5-4-1
42GoalkeeperDaniel7.4
22DefenderD. Jones7.2
25DefenderM. Floriani6.9
4DefenderB. R. Wilson Valdez
18DefenderR. Roberts7.11G
2DefenderJ. Ricketts7.02A
10MidfielderC. Espinoza
34MidfielderB. Leroux7.22G3A
6MidfielderI. Harkes6.8
9MidfielderC. Arango
17ForwardJ. Martinez

Match Summary

Real Salt Lake defeated San Jose Earthquakes 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Martinez 51′, J. Ricketts 57′ (o.g.), B. Ojeda 81′. 10 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Real Salt Lake had 60% possession while San Jose Earthquakes held 40%. Real Salt Lake had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for San Jose Earthquakes. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 1.16 — San Jose Earthquakes 1.30. Real Salt Lake made 4 substitutions, San Jose Earthquakes made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

Real Salt Lake vs San Jose Earthquakes Head to Head Results

32 stretnutí
Real Salt Lake
10
wins
Drawn
7
San Jose Earthquakes
15
wins
Total goals
96 · 3.0/match
Both scored
17/32 · 53%
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