Colorado Rapids vs Real Salt Lake

Current streaks

Recent form

Colorado Rapids

The Colorado Rapids are currently experiencing a concerning dip in form, having failed to secure a victory in their last five matches. This run includes a string of three consecutive defeats, culminating in their most recent 2-0 loss away to San Diego. The Rapids' defensive frailties are evident, as they have conceded at least two goals in each of their last three games and have not kept a clean sheet in their previous seven outings. Despite this, their attack has shown some promise, with a notable 3-2 victory over San Diego in mid-April being their highest-scoring match in recent weeks. The team's goal difference of -4 over the last six games reflects their struggles, with an average of 1.17 goals scored per game compared to 1.83 conceded. Interestingly, both teams have scored in two-thirds of these matches, suggesting that while the Rapids are finding the net, they are struggling to outscore their opponents.

Real Salt Lake

Real Salt Lake have been experiencing a mixed run of form recently, with their last six matches yielding just one win, two draws, and three losses. The team's goal-scoring prowess has been modest, averaging only one goal per game, whilst conceding slightly more at 1.17 goals per match. Their sole victory in this period came in an impressive 3-1 away win against San Diego, which stands out as their highest-scoring game. Defensively, Real Salt Lake have managed only one clean sheet in their last six outings, coming in their most recent match against Portland Timbers. Interestingly, both teams have scored in two-thirds of these fixtures, indicating that whilst Real Salt Lake have struggled to keep opponents at bay, they've generally managed to find the back of the net themselves in most matches.

Recent home/away form

Colorado Rapids

The Colorado Rapids' recent home form has been mixed, with two wins, two draws, and two losses in their last six matches. Whilst they've managed to find the back of the net consistently, scoring in five out of six games, their defence has been somewhat leaky, conceding an average of 1.83 goals per game. The Rapids have been involved in some high-scoring affairs, particularly the 3-3 draw with FC Dallas and the 3-2 victory over San Diego, contributing to an impressive total goals average of 3.33 per match. However, they've struggled to keep clean sheets, managing only one in this period. Interestingly, there's been an even split between high and low-scoring matches, with 50% of games seeing over 2.5 goals and 50% under. The Rapids will be keen to improve their defensive record and convert more of their draws into wins to boost their home form.

Real Salt Lake

Real Salt Lake have shown inconsistent form away from home, with their last six matches yielding two wins, one draw, and three losses. The team's attacking prowess is evident, scoring in five out of six games and averaging 1.33 goals per match. However, their defence has been somewhat leaky, conceding in all six matches and letting in an average of 1.5 goals per game. The high-scoring nature of their away fixtures is noteworthy, with 67% of matches seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in 83% of the games. Their most impressive away performance came in a 3-1 victory against San Diego, whilst their heaviest defeat was a 2-0 loss to Minnesota United. Despite the mixed results, Real Salt Lake have managed to maintain an entertaining style of play on the road, contributing to matches with an average total of 2.83 goals.