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Real Salt Lake Clinches Wild-Card Playoff Spot in Draw

10/19/2025

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Summary

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Real Salt Lake earned a wild-card berth after a 2-2 draw with St. Louis City SC.
Victor Olatunji scored twice to give Real Salt Lake a 2-0 lead.
Eduard Lowen and Joao Klauss equalized for St. Louis City SC.
Real Salt Lake finished ninth in Western Conference, edging Colorado Rapids on points.
Playoffs begin on October 22, and Philadelphia Union clinched a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup.

History

Historical Context

Major League Soccer (MLS) was established in 1996 as part of the U.S. bid to host the 1994 FIFA World Cup, with ten original teams including the Columbus Crew. After facing early financial struggles, MLS rebounded through the introduction of soccer-specific stadiums and the Designated Player Rule. By 2023, the league expanded to 29 teams, reflecting its growing popularity and impact on American sports culture.

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Story summary

Real Salt Lake earned a wild-card berth after a 2-2 draw with St. Louis City SC.
Victor Olatunji scored twice to give Real Salt Lake a 2-0 lead.
Eduard Lowen and Joao Klauss equalized for St. Louis City SC.
Real Salt Lake finished ninth in Western Conference, edging Colorado Rapids on points.
Playoffs begin on October 22, and Philadelphia Union clinched a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup.

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