Vancouver Whitecaps vs Real Salt Lake

Current streaks

Recent form

Vancouver Whitecaps

The Vancouver Whitecaps are currently enjoying an impressive run of form, sitting atop the league table with 23 points from 10 matches. Their recent performances have been particularly noteworthy, with the team unbeaten in their last six games across all competitions, including four wins and two draws. The Whitecaps have been prolific in front of goal, scoring 14 times in these six matches, averaging an impressive 2.33 goals per game. Defensively, they have been equally solid, conceding only four goals and keeping three clean sheets during this period. A standout result in this run was their dominant 5-1 victory over Austin FC, showcasing their attacking prowess. The team's current unbeaten streak extends to eight games, demonstrating their consistency and resilience. With a balanced mix of high-scoring affairs and tight defensive displays, the Whitecaps are proving to be a formidable force in both Major League Soccer and the CONCACAF Champions League.

Real Salt Lake

Real Salt Lake have been experiencing a mixed run of form, with their recent results showing a concerning trend. The team are currently on a streak of three defeats in their last four matches, which has contributed to their mid-table position of 10th in the league. Despite this, they have managed to bookend this poor run with two victories, including an impressive 3-1 away win against San Diego in their most recent outing. Defensively, Real Salt Lake have struggled, keeping only one clean sheet in their last six games, while their goal-scoring record has been modest, averaging just one goal per game. The majority of their recent matches have been low-scoring affairs, with 67% of games featuring under 2.5 goals. This suggests that Real Salt Lake are involved in tight, closely-contested matches, but are currently finding it difficult to consistently come out on top.

Recent home/away form

Vancouver Whitecaps

The Vancouver Whitecaps have been in impressive form at home, currently enjoying a three-match winning streak across all competitions. Their most recent home fixture saw them secure a convincing 5-1 victory over Austin FC in Major League Soccer, showcasing their attacking prowess. The Whitecaps have been particularly solid defensively, keeping clean sheets in three of their last six home matches. Their only defeat in this period came against Chicago Fire, where they conceded three goals. Despite this setback, the Whitecaps have bounced back strongly, scoring nine goals in their subsequent three home games whilst conceding only once. Their current league position of first place with 23 points from 10 games further underlines their excellent form, with the team averaging an impressive 2.17 goals per game at home.

Real Salt Lake

Real Salt Lake's recent away form has been inconsistent, with two wins, one draw, and three losses in their last six matches on the road. The team have struggled defensively, conceding 10 goals in these six games, with a particularly heavy 4-0 defeat against San Jose Earthquakes standing out as their worst result. On a positive note, their most recent away match saw them secure an impressive 3-1 victory against San Diego, which may indicate an upturn in form. Real Salt Lake have shown an ability to score, netting six times in these six matches, but their goal difference of -4 highlights their defensive vulnerabilities. Interestingly, 67% of their away games have seen over 2.5 goals, suggesting that their matches tend to be high-scoring affairs. Despite their mixed results, Real Salt Lake have managed to maintain a mid-table position in the league, sitting 10th with 12 points from 10 games.