Real Salt Lake vs DC United Prediction 15.06.2025
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Real Salt Lake vs DC United Predictions
Real Salt Lake vs DC United Prediction and Betting Tips for MLS Gameweek 18, scheduled for Sunday, June 16. Both teams come into this clash reeling from recent defeats, with Real Salt Lake stuck in a seven-game winless streak and DC United licking their wounds after a 7-1 demolition by Chicago Fire. In this article, we’ll break down team stats, form, and card data for expert MLS Predictions.
- Real Salt Lake are winless in seven straight MLS games
- DC United conceded seven goals in their last outing
- Both teams average over 25 fouls per match combined
- 56% of Real Salt Lake games have featured over 4.5 cards
For Real Salt Lake, the season has taken a stark downturn. With just four wins in 17 matches and no victories since April, Pablo Mastroeni’s side is clearly struggling for consistency. A 2-0 loss to the bottom-placed LA Galaxy last week only deepened concerns. Home form hasn’t been much of a solace either, with just two wins at America First Field this season. Yet, RSL will be somewhat buoyed by a decent head-to-head record against DC United, unbeaten in the last two meetings between the sides.
Statistically, Real Salt Lake matches tend to be physical affairs. They average a high 14.57 fouls committed per match and receive an eye-catching 3.71 yellow cards per game, the highest in the league. Their total card average sits at 6.14 per match, with 56% of their fixtures seeing over 4.5 cards. With discipline proving a consistent issue, expect them to play aggressively in front of their home crowd in a bid to break their poor run of form.
DC United are still reeling from one of their worst defeats in history—a humiliating 7-1 loss to Chicago Fire. Their defense has been a major weakness this season, conceding 36 goals already, making them statistically the worst in the Western Conference. While they managed a rare away win recently, it was only their second road victory in eight games this campaign. The pressure is mounting on coach Troy Lesesne to stabilize the ship before the season slips away.
In terms of discipline, DC United also contribute to high card counts. They commit an average of 15.88 fouls per match and receive 2.25 yellow cards per game. While their overall card average is lower than RSL’s, they still breach the 4.5-card mark in 25% of their games. With both teams battling poor form and frustration likely to mount quickly, this matchup has the ingredients for a tense, scrappy affair filled with fouls and bookings, making it a strong candidate for MLS Predictions centered on disciplinary markets.
This clash features two of the most foul-prone sides in Major League Soccer, making Over 4.5 Cards an appealing betting angle. Real Salt Lake average 14.57 fouls committed and 11.71 fouls drawn per match, combining for 26.28 fouls per game. On the disciplinary side, RSL receive an average of 3.71 yellow cards per game, the highest in the league, and their matches average 6.14 total cards. Impressively, 56% of their games this season have seen over 4.5 cards. DC United aren't far behind. They commit an average of 15.88 fouls per game and draw 10, contributing to 25.88 fouls in their fixtures. They receive 2.25 cards per match, with 25% of their games hitting the 4.5-card mark. Both teams are under pressure following heavy defeats, and frustration could boil over in this game. The combination of high foul metrics, disciplinary records, and context makes over 4.5 cards a smart bet.
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