Real Salt-Lake vs Сincinnati Prediction 20 July 2025
🔊The upcoming clash between Real Salt Lake and Cincinnati promises to be eventful. Both teams are in intriguing form: the hosts are on a high, having won four of their last five matches, while the visitors impress with consistency throughout the season. Despite the difference in league standings-Real Salt Lake sit in 10th place, while Cincinnati confidently hold second-both clubs are eager to sharpen their form ahead of the season’s decisive matches. The teams' playing styles also vary: the hosts rely on ball control and cautious defense, whereas the visitors favor aggressive pressing and swift attacks.
Head-to-Head
📊 Real Salt Lake and Cincinnati have officially faced off in just two matches. Their latest encounter took place on 18 September 2022 at Real Salt Lake's home ground and ended with a 1-2 scoreline.
Head-to-head statistics Real Salt-Lake - Сincinnati
Real Salt-Lake Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, with Portland Timbers hosting Real Salt Lake. The game ended with a scoreline of 0-1.
Here are the match statistics (Real Salt Lake vs Portland Timbers):
- possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 9;
- fouls: 10 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Real Salt Lake currently sit 10th in the league standings, showcasing impressive form over the past month. The team excels in ball possession and prefers to build attacks through the midfield. However, their Achilles' heel remains their defensive record, conceding an average of 1.27 goals per game this season. Their last head-to-head against Cincinnati ended in a 2-1 defeat, fueling their desire for revenge on home turf. With the current motivation and the opportunity to climb the standings, the team will be eager to put on their best performance.
Match Results: Real Salt-Lake
Cincinnati Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the MLS, where Cincinnati hosted Inter Miami. The match ended with a 3-0 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Cincinnati vs Inter Miami):
- possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 4;
- fouls: 6 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 6 vs 2.
Cincinnati are delivering remarkable performances this season, currently sitting second in the league, largely due to their impressive attacking play and recent form over the last five games. Their style is marked by a high tempo and relentless pressure on opponents, allowing them to score frequently-averaging 1.65 goals per match while conceding 1.35. The club shows an ability to navigate through challenging situations, thanks to their balanced approach.
Match Results: Cincinnati
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Real Salt-Lake
📝 The club has secured three consecutive victories. Had they played like this earlier, their position in the standings would surely be higher. Real are on the rise, but it's hard to predict how long this momentum will last. In their latest match, they defeated a formidable Portland side, and they did it away from home. The outcome was decided by a late goal, and overall, both teams delivered an uninspired performance with few dangerous moments. Luck was somewhat on Real Salt Lake's side.
⚽️ Besides Diego Luna, there's not much to highlight in the squad. The talented midfielder has scored eight goals this season. A hopeful prospect for the US national team, no less.
💊 There are no injuries in the club.
Cincinnati
📝 The club couldn't care less about Inter Miami's streak. A commanding 3-0 victory in the last round, yet Lionel Messi had an unremarkable outing. Cincinnati adapted brilliantly to their opponent and exploited their weaknesses. Inter's defensive issues were once again glaring, as Cincinnati seemed to capitalize on every opportunity. And with the outstanding Evander in their ranks, it's hardly surprising.
⚽️ More on Evander: the Brazilian netted twice against Inter. The club's leader now boasts 15 goals and 8 assists. His scoring streak has extended to five games. It's sensational football.
💊 Kevin Denkey is sidelined with an injury. The main striker and the team's second top scorer.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 2;
- home team wins - 1, away team wins - 1, draws - 0.
Statistics: Real Salt-Lake vs Cincinnati
- matches played in the tournament: 22 vs 23;
- wins: 8 vs 14;
- win percentage: 36% vs 61%;
- losses: 10 vs 6;
- draws: 4 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 5;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2, the guests - 1;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 1; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Real Salt-Lake vs Cincinnati
- average total in the tournament: 2.36 vs 3;
- average total goals scored: 1.09 vs 1.65;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.73 vs 0.78;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.36 vs 0.87;
- Real Salt-Lake: average total at home in the tournament - 1.3;
- Cincinnati: average total away in the tournament - 1.42;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 1.6) vs 2 (away - 1.8).
- Cincinnati have scored in 18 of last 19 games (MLS).
- Cincinnati have scored in 9 of last 10 away games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 12 (3.5 - for home team and 8.5 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 10 (6 - for home team and 4 - for away team).
Real Salt-Lake: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.55; at home field - 5.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; at home field - 6.4.
Cincinnati: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.43, away - 4.25;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.2; away - 4.8.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 5 (2.5 for home team and 2.5 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2 (1 for home team and 1 for away team).
Real Salt-Lake: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.64; at home - 2.9;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.4; at home - 3.
Cincinnati: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.04, away - 2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.3; away - 2.4.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 2;
- both teams scored all-time - 1 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Real Salt-Lake vs Cincinnati
- number of matches played in the tournament: 22 vs 23;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 10 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for Real Salt-Lake at home - 3 (30%);
- number of BTTS matches for Cincinnati away - 7 (58%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Real Salt-Lake at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS matches for Cincinnati away - 4 (80%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams bring their own unique styles to the pitch: Real Salt Lake focus on maintaining a compact defense while launching attacks through the center, whereas Cincinnati opt for aggressive play, emphasizing high pressure and quick counterattacks. Considering the visitors' trend towards high-scoring games (8 out of their last 9 matches) and the overall momentum of recent encounters, the best bet would be on over 2.5 goals. We anticipate another high-scoring affair in the MLS.
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