Football Result

Jayden Nelson 20'
Tristan Blackmon 70'
Diego Luna 90'+6' Pen


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
50.4%
26.2%
23.5%
We made the right call.
Power Comparison in the League
0.467
0.502
Game Stats
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
7
3
Shots
23
11
Possession
55.2%
44.8%
Fouls
15
10
Yellow Cards
1
3
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
9
5
Offsides
1
1
Saves
2
5
Team Formations
4-3-3
4-2-3-1


Location
BC Place, Vancouver, Canada
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
2025-05-04 | Game Summary

In a tightly contested MLS match at BC Place, Vancouver Whitecaps secured a 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake. Vancouver dominated possession with 55.2% and unleashed 23 total shots, with 7 on target, compared to Real Salt Lake's 11 total shots and 3 on target. Jayden Nelson opened the scoring for Vancouver in the 20th minute, followed by Tristan Blackmon's goal in the 70th minute. Diego Luna converted a penalty in the 96th minute for Real Salt Lake, but it was not enough to equalize. The AI pre-game prediction of a Vancouver Whitecaps win proved accurate, aligning with the home team's slightly higher win probability (50.4%) compared to Real Salt Lake's 23.5%.
Vancouver's recent form has been strong, marked by multiple wins in both MLS and Concacaf Champions Cup, showcasing a potent attack. The Whitecaps have been on a winning streak with the exception of one draw, demonstrating an ability to secure victories consistently. Their upcoming match against LAFC will be a tough test, given LAFC's higher team rate (0.628) compared to Vancouver's (0.478) and the fact that Vancouver has lost the last two home games against LAFC. Real Salt Lake's form has been more inconsistent, with a mix of wins and losses in their recent MLS games, including a recent loss marred by a red card. Their next game against FC Dallas will be crucial for them to regain momentum.
Looking at previous encounters, Vancouver had lost the last two head-to-head matches against Real Salt Lake, and had also lost the last two home games against LAFC. This victory breaks Vancouver's losing streak against Real Salt Lake. Real Salt Lake's recent games against FC Dallas have also been mixed, showing that their upcoming match will be a hard-fought contest. Vancouver's recent offensive prowess, evidenced by their high-scoring games against Austin FC and Inter Miami CF, has continued, while Real Salt Lake have been struggling to maintain consistency in both attack and defense.