Real Salt Lake Battles Minnesota United FC in Crucial MLS Playoff Match

Real Salt Lake and Minnesota United FC are engaged in a high-stakes playoff series in the 2024 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. The two teams played to a 0-0 draw on Tuesday, October 29, at America First Field in Utah, with Minnesota United FC ultimately prevailing 5-4 in the penalty shootout to take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series.

The second match of the series took place on Saturday, November 2, at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This game is critical for Real Salt Lake, as they need to win to keep their playoff hopes alive. The match was broadcast on TSN and available for live streaming on Apple TV+.

Statistically, Real Salt Lake has been one of the top-scoring teams in the MLS, averaging 1.9 goals per game, while Minnesota United FC averages 1.7 goals per game. Real Salt Lake also leads in shots taken, with an average of 14.5 shots per game compared to Minnesota’s 12 shots per game.

The odds for the match favor Minnesota United FC, with a moneyline of -111, while Real Salt Lake’s moneyline stands at +264. The predicted score from analysts suggests a close contest, with Minnesota United FC predicted to win 2-1.

Key players to watch include Cristian Arango for Real Salt Lake, who has scored 17 goals this season, and Bongokuhle Hlongwane for Minnesota United FC, who has scored 11 goals. The performance of these players will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match.