Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Real Salt Lake defeated Portland Timbers 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Goncalves 83′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Portland Timbers had 44% possession while Real Salt Lake held 56%. Portland Timbers had 12 shots (1 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: Portland Timbers 0.95 — Real Salt Lake 0.86. Portland Timbers made 4 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 6.
Match Events
Key match events between Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake — 1 goal and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Portland Timbers had 44% possession against Real Salt Lake's 56%. Portland Timbers registered 12 shots (1 on target) while Real Salt Lake managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 9–10.
Lineups
Portland Timbers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Philip John Neville, while Real Salt Lake deployed a 4-2-2-2 under Pablo Andrés Mastroeni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Portland Timbers is 6.90, compared to 7.04 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. Portland Timbers's highest-rated starter is J. Mosquera (7.23), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is D. Luna (7.43).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Portland Timbers have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by K. Kelsy (5G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 10 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Z. Gozo (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Portland Timbers deploy 4 defenders rated 6.96 on average, against Real Salt Lake's 4-man backline averaging 6.77. 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
Portland Timbers field 5 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Real Salt Lake's 4 rated 7.04. 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
Portland Timbers start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.89, compared to 2 for Real Salt Lake averaging 7.39. 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 87% for Portland Timbers and 82% 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
Portland Timbers's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 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 Portland Timbers's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: K. Kelsy (21), oldest: D. Chara (39)), while Real Salt Lake average 26.3 (youngest: Z. Gozo (18), 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
Portland Timbers's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 11 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: Philip John Neville
Substitutes
Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni
Rivalry since 2012
Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Head to Head Results· 42
Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake have met 42 times — Portland Timbers won 15, Real Salt Lake won 16, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Real Salt Lake leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 42 meetings. A combined 132 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.14 per match (68 for the home side, 64 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 24 matches (57%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 27 games (64%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–4 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Portland Timbers have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw 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.
API data: 11 May 2026