Major League Soccer Regular Season - 8
Real Salt Lake 4 - 2 FT San Diego
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
4' D. Luna
6' S. Solans
M. Ingvartsen (L. Morgan) 14'
37' S. Solans
45' M. Guilavogui
B. Duke 45'+5
HT
↓ A. Godoy ↑P. Soma 46'
↓ B. Duke ↑A. Mighten 46'
52' M. Guilavogui
A. Dreyer 65'
↓ O. Valakari ↑D. Vazquez 68'
↓ M. Ingvartsen ↑B. B. Zamble 68'
71' ↓ D. Luna ↑A. Hezarkhani
71' ↓ D. Yedlin ↑S. Junqua
78' ↓ S. Solans ↑V. Olatunji
78' ↓ S. Spierings ↑G. Dillon
82' ↓ M. Guilavogui ↑Z. Booth
↓ L. Morgan ↑A. Pellegrino 84'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Real Salt Lake
Goalkeepers
Rafael Cabral 
MAGNET
53
Activity
53
Activity
53
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Zavier Gozo 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
DeAndre Yedlin
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
61%
Pass Acc
Justen Glad 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Lukas Engel 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexandros Katranis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Diego Luna 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Stijn Spierings
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
78
Entry
Noel Caliskan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Morgan Guilavogui 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
8.2
Rating
Forwards
Sergi Solans 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
4
On Target
9.6
Rating
BENCH
Mason Stajduhar 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sam Junqua
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo Ruíz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Griffin Dillon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zach Booth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aiden Hezarkhani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dominik Marczuk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Victor Olatunji
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
San Diego
Goalkeepers
Duran Ferree
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Bryce Duke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Osvald Soe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Manu Duah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oscar Verhoeven
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Anibal Godoy 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Onni Valakari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
68
Entry
Jeppe Tverskov
MAGNET
101
Activity
101
Activity
92
Passes
9
Duels
Forwards
Anders Dreyer
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Marcus Ingvartsen
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Lewis Morgan 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.7
Rating
BENCH
CJ dos Santos
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pedro Soma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
51
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emmanuel Boateng
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Mighten
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
51
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bryan Zamblé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anisse Saidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amahl Pellegrino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | San Diego | 2 - 2 | Real Salt Lake | Major League Soccer | Snapdragon Stadium |
| 04/26/2025 | San Diego | 1 - 3 | Real Salt Lake | Major League Soccer | Snapdragon Stadium |
| 03/09/2025 | Real Salt Lake | 1 - 3 | San Diego | Major League Soccer | Rio Tinto Stadium |
03/22/2026
04/26/2025
03/09/2025
Real Salt Lake Win
San Diego Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +13
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +10
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -8
P: 5 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: -13
P: 4 GD: -2
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +19
P: 10 GD: +20
P: 11 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -7
P: 10 GD: -18
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Rio Tinto Goal Fest: RSL Outgun San Diego in Six-Goal Classic
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 74/100. A breathless display of attacking football saw the hosts secure a vital three points in a high-stakes clash that delivered entertainment from the very first minute.
A Blistering Opening Act
The Stakes were undeniably high coming into Rio Tinto Stadium, with both sides locked together in a tight battle for league positioning. Sitting in sixth and seventh place respectively, this quintessential six-pointer promised fireworks, but few could have predicted the sheer offensive explosion that followed. Real Salt Lake wasted absolutely zero time laying down a marker against San Diego. Barely four minutes had ticked by when D. Luna cracked the game wide open, setting a furious early tempo that left the visitors shell-shocked. That breakthrough opened the floodgates, triggering an unbelievable goal flurry. Just two minutes later, S. Solans doubled the advantage, capitalizing on a disjointed defensive line. However, San Diego refused to fold without a fight, clawing their way back into the contest when M. Ingvartsen finished brilliantly in the 14th minute, courtesy of a sharp feed from L. Morgan. Three distinct goals inside a chaotic opening quarter of an hour created a remarkable spectacle dripping with high-octane Intensity.
The First-Half Pivot
While the visitors desperately tried to establish a foothold and cool the match's frantic pace, the Balance of power shifted decisively back toward the hosts right before the halftime interval. Real Salt Lake began to truly impose their tactical will, consistently breaking lines and finding dangerous spaces in the attacking third. In the 37th minute, the phenomenal Solans struck once again, securing a brilliant first-half brace and restoring a critical two-goal cushion for his side. The momentum swings were brutal to endure for the traveling supporters, but the ultimate knockout punch landed right on the stroke of halftime. Surging forward with ruthless efficiency, M. Guilavogui found the back of the net in the 45th minute, pushing the scoreline to a commanding 4-1. That devastating late sequence effectively crushed San Diego's hopes of a swift recovery, turning what was once a highly competitive shootout into a heavily lopsided affair as the referee blew the whistle for the break.
Second-Half Resolution
Faced with a massive defensive collapse and a three-goal deficit, San Diego emerged from the locker room determined to salvage their pride. They edged possession overall at 52% and started committing bodies forward, but struggled to manufacture clear-cut miracles from open play against a resolute home defense. The visitors did manage to successfully pull one back when A. Dreyer calmly converted a penalty kick in the 65th minute to revive a tiny glimmer of hope. Despite that late lifeline, the early structural damage was simply too severe to overcome. The final whistle confirmed a hugely entertaining 4-2 thriller, characterized by a staggering combined 24 shots with 13 testing the goalkeepers. Our take on this chaotic encounter is crystal clear: Real Salt Lake's lethal early finishing proved to be the absolute difference maker. This vital victory cements their solid position in the playoff spots, while the visitors must quickly regroup after individual defensive lapses completely derailed their ambitions on the road.
Key Questions
What made Sergi Solans the Man of the Match?
Solans dominated the attacking third, bagging a brilliant first-half brace and dictating the early tempo to secure a dominant 9.6 rating for Real Salt Lake.
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
An explosive opening saw three goals in 14 minutes, followed by relentless attacking pressure resulting in 24 combined shots and non-stop offensive action.
What does this mean for Real Salt Lake's season?
This vital victory in a critical six-pointer strengthens their playoff ambitions, solidifying sixth place while distancing themselves from a direct table rival.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Early Season Six-Pointer in Salt Lake
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. With merely two points separating these Western Conference rivals, this clash is a genuine six-pointer that will test San Diego's resolve against an absolute fortress.
The Setup
Real Salt Lake have turned America First Field into a nightmare for visitors. Their flawless home record pushes their Form rating through the roof. San Diego arrives this April 19, 2026, trailing by just two points, turning this fixture into an unexpected early-season crunch match. The Stakes are escalating quickly as both teams jockey for playoff positioning. A narrow Balance rating highlights how evenly matched these rosters are despite the hosts' winning streak. Expect goals, as both sides boast heavy offensive firepower.
Key Battle
The midfield duel will dictate the tempo. Diego Luna pulls the strings for the hosts with his trademark vision and clever positioning. He faces off against Anders Dreyer, who carries immense Stars quality for the visitors and possesses the clinical edge required to punish any defensive slip-ups.
Our Prediction
The visitors are finding their footing, but breaching this Salt Lake defensive wall is a monumental task. The hosts' relentless wide pressure will stretch the backline and break the deadlock in the second half. Our take is a tight 2-1 home victory.