Match Details
The match between Houston Dynamo and Real Salt Lake is scheduled to take place on November 11, 2023, at the Shell Energy Stadium. This is a Major League Soccer Cup Round 1 match. The odds for this game are as follows: Houston Dynamo – 1.67, Draw – 4.10, Real Salt Lake – 4.67.
Head-to-Head Comparison
In their previous encounters, Houston Dynamo has had the upper hand against Real Salt Lake. In their most recent meeting on October 29, Houston Dynamo emerged victorious with a score of 2-1. Looking at their historical performance when facing each other, it can be observed that both teams have been able to find the back of the net consistently in their matches.
Team Form: Houston Dynamo
Houston Dynamo has been in good form recently, remaining unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions. They have won three matches and drawn three during this period, scoring an impressive total of twelve goals while conceding just five.
In the Major League Soccer competition, Houston Dynamo currently sits in fourth position in the Western Conference standings with a total of fifty-one points from thirty-four matches played. Their goal difference stands at +13.
In their most recent match against Real Salt Lake on November 7th, they managed to secure a hard-fought draw with a scoreline of 1-1 after extra time.
Team Form: Real Salt Lake
Real Salt Lake has also been performing well lately but has not enjoyed as much success as Houston Dynamo. They have won two matches and drawn two out of their last six games in all competitions.
In the Major League Soccer competition, Real Salt Lake is currently placed fifth in the Western Conference standings with fifty points from thirty-four matches played so far this season. Their goal difference stands at -2.
In their most recent match against Houston Dynamo on November 7th, they also secured a draw with a scoreline of 1-1 after extra time.
Key Players
For Houston Dynamo, one standout player has been midfielder Amine Bassi, who has contributed fifteen goals and one assist in thirty-nine matches across all competitions this season. Another player to watch out for is forward Corey Baird, who has scored thirteen goals and provided five assists in forty-five appearances.
On the other hand, Real Salt Lake boasts the talents of attacker Jefferson Savarino, who has netted eleven goals and provided three assists in thirty-three matches. Midfielder Damir Kreilach is another key player for Real Salt Lake with eight goals and one assist in thirty-three appearances.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent results and performance trends, both teams have shown resilience and competitiveness. Houston Dynamo’s strong attacking prowess is evident from their twelve goals scored in their last six matches. They have also maintained defensive solidity by conceding only five goals during this period.
Real Salt Lake has displayed consistency in their performances as well, scoring eight goals while conceding the same number in their last six away matches. This indicates that they are capable of finding the back of the net but may need to tighten up defensively against a strong attacking side like Houston Dynamo.
Prediction: Houston Dynamo 2 – 1 Real Salt Lake
Based on the analysis of both teams’ recent form, key players’ contributions, and statistical insights, it is predicted that Houston Dynamo will emerge victorious with a scoreline of 2-1 against Real Salt Lake. However, given the competitive nature of both teams and their ability to find the back of the net consistently when facing each other historically, an entertaining match can be expected with a close margin of victory.
