St Louis City vs Real Salt Lake Predictions, Betting Tips and Match Previews in MLS. St Louis are top in the West but face a test against strong travellers Real Salt Lake. Read on for our free predictions and tips.
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St Louis City vs Real Salt Lake Predictions
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The High-Flying Debutants vs. The Road Warriors: An Exciting MLS Showdown Looms at CityPark
Key Stats
– Rocky Road Defence: Real Salt Lake have conceded 1.6 goals per game, the worst defensive record in the West.
– Resilient Rookies: Despite recent struggles, St Louis City won 6 of their 9 home league games this year, scoring at least three goals in each victory.
As the Western Conference heats up in Major League Soccer, St Louis City, the surprise package of the season, are ready to host the in-form Real Salt Lake at CityPark. With both teams boasting impressive track records, we anticipate a fiercely competitive encounter.
Dramatic Arrival of St Louis City
Fresh on the MLS scene, St Louis City stunned critics by not only acclimating quickly but also taking a bold lead in the Western Conference. Bradley Carnell’s squad began with an extraordinary 5-win streak, amassing 15 goals, illustrating their offensive prowess early on.
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Despite a challenging phase that saw them lose four out of six games, they bounced back, amassing a remarkable 10 goals across wins against Sporting Kansas City, Vancouver Whitecaps, and Houston Dynamo. Even after a 3-1 defeat to Nashville SC recently, where the seemingly unstoppable Hany Mukhtar netted a hat-trick, St Louis City remains formidable, backed by their impressive home record of six wins in nine matches, with three or more goals scored in each victory.
Real Salt Lake’s Resurgence
In contrast to St Louis City’s explosive start, Real Salt Lake had a rougher initiation into the season, dropping five of their initial seven matches. Their defence struggled early on, conceding a troubling 16 goals. However, coach Pablo Mastroeni managed to regroup his team, culminating in a praiseworthy run: just two defeats in 15 appearances across all competitions. With eight wins and five draws under their belt, Real Salt Lake are nipping at the heels of the frontrunners.
Real Salt Lake’s recent form saw them claim seven points from their last three league matches, including a confidence-boosting 2-1 victory over DC United. Despite their rocky start, they’ve managed to maintain a commendable five-game unbeaten streak on the road. Their Achilles heel remains their defensive record, considered the weakest in the West, which might pose significant challenges against St Louis City’s formidable attack.
Comparative Analysis
St Louis City, with a penchant for a high-scoring offence, dominates the Western Conference’s scoring charts. Carnell’s team’s performance at CityPark could be pivotal in maintaining their standing if they can overcome Real Salt Lake. Their average of 2 goals per game, combined with a strong passing accuracy in the opposition half (62.3%), points towards a team confident in dictating play and creating scoring opportunities.
In contrast, Real Salt Lake boasts a stronger possession statistic (47.3% to St Louis’s 44.8%) and a commendable accuracy in their own half (89.9%). Yet, their vulnerability lies in their defensive stats, with an average of 1.6 goals conceded per game. This, coupled with their weak road defensive record, could be the chink in the armour that St Louis City needs to exploit.
Predicting the Outcome
Taking into account the recent form of both teams and their strengths and weaknesses, it is expected that St Louis City’s potent home attack could overpower Real Salt Lake’s susceptible defence. Considering both teams’ scoring capabilities, it is plausible that both teams will score in the upcoming match.
Given the proven resilience of St Louis City at home and their scoring prowess, backing a 3-2 win in the correct score market looks an interesting proposition to couple with St Louis to win and both teams to score. Their recent struggles could motivate them to return to their winning ways, even if it’s by a narrow margin against a team like Real Salt Lake, who have proven their ability to rise to challenges and will surely be ready for the battle here.
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