Major League Soccer· Season 2025
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.
Match Events
Key match events between San Jose Earthquakes and Real Salt Lake — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
San Jose Earthquakes had 37% possession against Real Salt Lake's 63%. San Jose Earthquakes registered 14 shots (9 on target) while Real Salt Lake managed 22 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 13–15.
Lineups
San Jose Earthquakes lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Bruce Arena, while Real Salt Lake deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pablo Andrés Mastroeni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Jose Earthquakes is 7.04, compared to 6.91 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 6.79 on average, against Real Salt Lake'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
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 81% 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 13 league appearances each, versus 8 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Bruce Arena
Substitutes
Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni
Rivalry since 2012
San Jose Earthquakes vs Real Salt Lake Head to Head Results· 32
San Jose Earthquakes and Real Salt Lake have met 32 times — San Jose Earthquakes won 14, Real Salt Lake won 11, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. San Jose Earthquakes leads the head-to-head with 14 victories from 32 meetings. A combined 95 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.97 per match (49 for the home side, 46 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 17 games (53%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Jose Earthquakes have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Real Salt Lake show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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