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Real Salt Lake Salvages 2-2 Draw with LAFC
9/7/2026, 4:58:44 AM
Match Summary
Real Salt Lake rallied in the second half to earn a 2-2 draw against Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) at America First Field. After LAFC took a 2-1 lead in the 38th minute, RSL equalized when Noel Caliskan headed in a rebound in the 75th minute. The match remained level until the final minutes, when LAFC forward Son Heung-min broke through the defense and struck the ball around goalkeeper Rafael Cabral. Defender DeAndre Yedlin made a sliding clearance on the goal line in the 87th minute, preserving the tie.
Team Streaks and Standings
Real Salt Lake’s record now stands at 8-9-5, marking a winless run of five games since the World Cup break and a stretch of 0-5-4 without a victory since May. The club sits just below the Western Conference playoff line, one point behind San Diego. LAFC, meanwhile, is on a six-game winless streak (two losses, four draws) with a 10-7-7 record.
Key Plays and Players
Denis Bouanga opened scoring for LAFC in the 14th minute, netting his 12th goal of the season. He later converted a penalty in the 38th minute to give LAFC a 2-1 advantage. For RSL, Caliskan’s rebound goal and Yedlin’s late defensive clearance were decisive actions that secured the point.
Upcoming Fixtures
The next match for LAFC is a home game against New York on Wednesday. Real Salt Lake will travel to Houston for its upcoming Wednesday fixture.
Playoff Implications
The draw keeps Real Salt Lake within striking distance of a playoff spot, maintaining pressure on teams ahead in the Western Conference. LAFC’s extended winless stretch deepens concerns about its ability to secure a postseason berth, given the competitive nature of the league’s playoff race.
