MLS Match Preview: Real Salt Lake (4-10-3) vs. D. C. United (4-8-6)

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The Real Salt Lake and DC United face off in a Western vs. Eastern Conference showdown at America First Field. Both teams are struggling for form, with RSL winless in their last seven matches and DC United coming off a crushing 7-1 defeat to Chicago Fire.

Game Details

Matchup: Real Salt Lake vs. DC United

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 9:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM MT

Venue: America First Field, Sandy, UT

TV Broadcast: Apple TV (MLS Season Pass)

Real Salt Lake: Desperate for a Turnaround

RSL has endured a seven-match winless streak, sitting seven points below the playoff line. Their last victory came in April, and they have struggled to find consistency in attack, scoring just five goals in their last seven matches.

Key Players to Watch (Real Salt Lake)

Diego Luna – Leading scorer, but away on international duty with the USMNT.

Willy Agada – Scored his first goal for RSL against Austin FC, looking to build momentum.

Diogo Gonçalves – Returns from injury and disciplinary issues, expected to start.

Justen Glad – Defensive leader, undergoing a late fitness test.

RSL has been poor at home, winning just two of their seven matches at America First Field this season. However, they are unbeaten in their last two meetings against DC United, which could provide confidence.

DC United: Recovering from a Humiliating Loss

DC United suffered a 7-1 thrashing against Chicago Fire, marking their worst defensive performance of the season. They have conceded 36 goals, the worst defensive record in the Western Conference and joint-worst in MLS.

Key Players to Watch (DC United)

Christian BentekeQuestionable with an ankle injury, missed the last five matches.

João Peglow – Brazilian forward with two goals and two assists.

Gabriel Pirani – Midfield playmaker with two goals and three assists.

Aaron Herrera – Former RSL defender, away on international duty with Guatemala.

DC United has won just two of their eight away matches this season, but they have a chance to claim back-to-back road victories for the first time in 2025.

MATCH ODDS

Real Salt Lake – 140        Draw + 265         D. C. United + 320

Over 2.5 – 135                   Under 2.5 + 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 13, 2025

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