The upcoming MLS showdown between Real Salt Lake (3-5-0) and Toronto FC (0-4-4) is set to take place on April 20, 2025, at America First Field in Salt Lake City, Utah. Toronto continues to search for their first victory of the season, while Real Salt Lake looks to bounce back from a tough loss and climb higher in the Western Conference standings.
Match Details
- Date: April 20, 2025
- Time: 2:30 a.m. UK / 9:30 p.m. ET (April 19)
- Venue: America First Field, Salt Lake City, UT
- Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Team Previews
Real Salt Lake
Real Salt Lake has had a mixed start to the season, sitting 10th in the Western Conference with nine points from eight matches. Their most recent outing was a 2-1 defeat to Nashville SC, where they conceded a late penalty goal that sealed their loss. Despite their struggles, RSL has been solid at home, conceding one goal or fewer in three of their four matches at America First Field. They will be looking to avoid back-to-back defeats, something they have only done 12 times since Pablo Mastroeni took over as head coach in 2021.
Toronto FC
Toronto FC remains winless this season, sitting 14th in the Eastern Conference with four points from eight matches. Their most recent outing was a 0-0 draw against Minnesota United, marking their third consecutive draw. While their defensive structure has improved, they have struggled offensively, ranking second-lowest in expected goals (xG) in MLS with just 6.3 xG this season. A loss or draw in this match would mark the first time since 2012 that Toronto has failed to win any of their first nine MLS matches.
Key Players to Watch
- Real Salt Lake:
- Dominik Marczuk – Scored his first goal for RSL in their last match.
- Zac MacMath – Expected to return in goal after missing the last match due to injury.
- Jasper Löffelsend – A key midfielder who can dictate play.
- Toronto FC:
- Sean Johnson – Recorded his 17th clean sheet for Toronto in their last match.
- Maxime Dominguez – Recently signed midfielder looking to make an impact.
- Federico Bernardeschi – Toronto’s most creative attacking player.
Match Prediction
Real Salt Lake has been strong at home, while Toronto FC has struggled to find the back of the net. Given RSL’s historical dominance over Toronto in Salt Lake City (unbeaten in their last 11 meetings), expect them to control possession and create more chances.
Real Salt Lake – 150 Draw + 300 Toronto FC + 390
Over 2.75 – 118 Under 2.75 – 102
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 18, 2025
