Colorado Rapids vs Real Salt Lake - 21/07/24

Colorado Rapids vs Real Salt Lake Prediction & Preview

Preview

The Colorado Rapids host Real Salt Lake at Dick's Sporting Goods Park Field 20 on Sunday, July 21st, in a crucial Major League Soccer match. The Rapids, currently sitting 5th in the league with 38 points, will be looking to bounce back from their recent 3-2 loss against LA Galaxy away. Meanwhile, Real Salt Lake, 3rd in the league with 44 points, will aim to build on their 1-1 draw against Los Angeles FC away.

The head-to-head record between these two teams favors Real Salt Lake, who have won four of their last five encounters, including a thrilling 5-3 victory when they last met on May 19th, 2024. However, the Rapids will be hoping to capitalize on their home advantage, where they score an average of 2.33 goals per game and concede only one.

Both teams have similar recent form, with two wins, two losses, and one draw in their last five matches. They also share identical points totals from their previous five games, with seven points each. The Rapids' Chris Armas will be looking to outmaneuver Real Salt Lake's Pablo Andrés Mastroeni in this crucial matchup.

Bet

Considering the teams' recent form, head-to-head record, and goals statistics, I recommend a bet on Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.53. With both teams scoring an average of 1.8 goals per game and conceding similarly, there is a high likelihood of a goal-filled encounter. Additionally, the Rapids' strong home form and Real Salt Lake's struggles away from home suggest that this match could see plenty of action in front of goal. The relatively short odds offer decent value for what appears to be a likely outcome.