Real Salt Lake: Crucial Match Against Vancouver on Decision Day
Real Salt Lake's Critical Matchup Against Vancouver
HERRIMAN, Utah (Thurs., Oct. 17, 2024) – Real Salt Lake (15-7-11, 56 points, t-3rd West MLS) concludes its 2024 Major League Soccer regular-season slate Saturday night against the visiting Vancouver Whitecaps (13-12-8, 47 points, 8th West). RSL is one win away from breaking its club record for single-season points.
RSL's Unbeaten Streak and Important Stats
RSL returns from a recent FIFA international break with an active five-game unbeaten streak. Highlights include a crucial 1-0 win in San Jose on Oct. 5. Diego Luna scored the winning goal, improving RSL's 2024 road record significantly.
Record-Breaking Opportunities
- Real Salt Lake can achieve a new all-time points record with a victory, surpassing the previous high of 57 points set in 2012.
- A potential 16th win would tie for the second-highest in RSL’s history.
- They are also on pace for the highest-scoring season in their 20 years, needing three goals to set a new home record.
Conclusion of Regular Season and Playoff Hopes
RSL has clinched an MLS Cup Playoff spot for the 14th time in 17 seasons under Coach Pablo Mastroeni. This match is not only significant for standings but also holds emotional weight as they honor former Captain Damir Kreilach before the game.
Event Details
- Match: Real Salt Lake vs. Vancouver Whitecaps
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024
- Time: 7:00p MT
- Streaming: Apple TV+ / MLS Season Pass
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