Real Salt Lake vs FC Dallas – Match Preview

Major League Soccer action is set to unfold at America First Field. Real Salt Lake will host FC Dallas for the tournament’s inaugural round on Wednesday, September 19th. The kickoff is scheduled for 01:30 GMT. Currently ranked 7th with 47 points, Real Salt Lake has exceeded expectations this season. They aim to break into the top six. FC Dallas, ranked 18th, is striving to improve their standing. Both teams are eager to start the remainder of the campaign on a positive note. Real Salt Lake is looking to secure a playoff spot. FC Dallas is seeking to gain momentum.

Real Salt Lake – Form

Real Salt Lake’s recent performances have been inconsistent. Their last match on September 15th ended in a 4:1 defeat to Houston Dynamo FC. This result was expected by bookmakers. Before this, they achieved a 2:0 home victory against New England Revolution on September 1st. This win came after a disappointing 0:2 loss to San Jose Earthquakes on August 25th. The team has struggled to score goals and has often conceded more than they have scored.

FC Dallas – Form

FC Dallas’s recent results have been mixed. They played to a goalless draw against Vancouver Whitecaps on September 8. This result ended their 13-game streak of conceding in away matches. On September 1, they faced a narrow 2-3 loss at home to Colorado Rapids. Despite being slight favorites, they couldn’t secure a win. Their most recent match on August 24 against DC United ended in a 4-3 victory. This win broke a streak of 14 winless away games. Goals from Nkosi Tafari, Sebastian Lletget, and others secured this unexpected victory.

Real Salt Lake – FC Dallas – Head to Head

The last match between Real Salt Lake and FC Dallas was on May 26, 2024. It ended in a thrilling 3:3 draw. In their last 10 meetings, Real Salt Lake has won twice, and FC Dallas has won three times. This record shows FC Dallas has been slightly more successful in this fixture. In the last five matchups, both teams scored in four games. Real Salt Lake has conceded in their last eight matches against FC Dallas. They have failed to win in nine out of their last 11 meetings. Six of the last eight clashes have had over 2.5 goals scored.

Real Salt Lake – FC Dallas – Standings

As the Major League Soccer resumes, Real Salt Lake and FC Dallas are preparing for a compelling encounter. Real Salt Lake is 7th in the standings with 47 points from 28 matches. They are on track to meet their pre-season goal of being a top-six contender. They have scored 54 goals and conceded 40, showing a good balance between offense and defense.

FC Dallas is in a less favorable 18th position with 34 points from the same number of games. They have scored 44 goals and conceded 45. This performance aligns with their pre-season expectations of finishing in the lower middle of the table. The 13-point gap between the teams highlights their contrasting performances.

Real Salt Lake vs FC Dallas – Top scorers

Cristian Arango leads Real Salt Lake’s attack with 17 goals this season. Anderson Julio and Diego Luna have also made significant contributions, with 7 and 5 goals, respectively. Alexandros Katranis and Braian Ojeda have added to the team’s goal tally from defense.

For FC Dallas, Petar Musa has been the standout, scoring 14 times. Jesus Ferreira and Paul Arriola have each scored 4 goals. Nkosi Tafari and Patrickson Delgado have proven their worth by scoring 3 goals each, showing the team’s diverse scoring options.

Real Salt Lake vs FC Dallas – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a home win for Real Salt Lake at 1.70. This reflects their strong home performance, with 7 wins in the last 8 matches. The draw is priced at 3.80. An away win for FC Dallas is considered less likely at 5.00. This is due to their lower league position and struggles. Real Salt Lake’s impressive home record makes them the favorites. However, FC Dallas has a slight edge in recent head-to-head encounters.

Alternative betting options include “halftime-fulltime” for Real Salt Lake at 2.20. The “draw-no-bet” option for Real Salt Lake at 1.286 could appeal to cautious bettors. The “double-chance” market offers Real Salt Lake to win or draw at 1.167, highlighting their dominance at home.

Real Salt Lake vs FC Dallas – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” bet at 1.57 looks promising, considering Real Salt Lake’s scoring ability at home and FC Dallas’s defensive record. Historical data supports a high-scoring game, with 6 of the last 8 meetings exceeding 2.5 goals. The “Over 3.5” at 2.25 could offer value, anticipating a continuation of goal-rich encounters.

Real Salt Lake vs FC Dallas – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are set at 1.57. This reflects the expectation of both teams scoring. Historical data shows that in 7 of their last 8 encounters, both teams scored. Real Salt Lake’s strong offensive home form and FC Dallas’s recent away matches support this outcome. Thus, “BTTS: Yes” at 1.57 appears to be a likely outcome.

Real Salt Lake vs FC Dallas – Prediction