Real Salt Lake Faces Colorado in Crucial Season Finale for Rocky Mountain Cup Victory
RSL Eyes Crucial Win in Rocky Mountain Cup Showdown Against Colorado Rapids
Real Salt Lake Set for Pivotal Matchup Against Colorado Rapids
HERRIMAN, Utah (Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025) – Real Salt Lake (11-16-4, 37 points) is gearing up for a decisive home match against rivals Colorado Rapids (11-14-7, 40 points) this Saturday. As the Claret-and-Cobalt aim to leap above the Western Conference playoff line in the 2025 MLS Cup race, this contest holds high stakes as a must-win in the quest to clinch the fan-driven Rocky Mountain Cup.
Quest for Victory
With a rare opportunity to secure back-to-back victories for the first time since July, RSL is looking to achieve a multi-goal win to reclaim the Rocky Mountain Cup. A victory by two or more goals would mark RSL’s fourth triumph in the last five years and the 15th time in the past 19 seasons that they have lifted the trophy.
Key Broadcast Information
Saturday’s game will be broadcast on Apple TV+ via the MLS Season Pass, featuring commentary by Neil Sika and Lloyd Sam in English, with Spanish commentary by Erasmo Provenza and Ivan Kasanzew. Iconic RSL voice David James and former MLS goalkeeper Jay Nolly will cover the game for KSL Sports Radio, while Nelson Moran will call the match in Spanish for RSL’s radio partners.
RSL’s Recent Performance
Last weekend’s victory saw impressive performances from Braian Ojeda, Diego Luna, DeAndre Yedlin, and Victor Olatunji. Ojeda’s fifth goal of the season highlighted his contribution, while Luna’s assists further boosted his tally to a club-high nine goals and seven assists this year. Olatunji’s contribution was significant, with his second goal in five matches adding to RSL’s crucial 3-0 lead.
Missing from Action
Notably absent will be 18-year-old homegrown talent Zavier Gozo, who is making waves at the 2025 FIFA Youth World Cup, contributing with goals and assists for the United States U-20s. The young star has had a breakout season with RSL, setting records as a teenager in the club’s history.
Playoff Race Intensifies
RSL is striving to maintain its strong home record, with a 7-3-2 tally since June across all competitions. A win on Saturday could potentially allow them to host the Western Conference play-in game later in October. Both RSL and Colorado are close contenders for the playoff spots, making each point crucial.
- Remaining RSL Regular Season Road Games:
- October 11 at Seattle
- October 18 at St. Louis
RSL’s Strong Record
Under the guidance of head coach Pablo Mastroeni, RSL has demonstrated resilience, marked by a remarkable 70-64-44 record. Mastroeni’s leadership has seen the team consistently improve, finishing last year with 59 points, a notable performance in the club’s history.
Tickets and Additional Information
Tickets for Saturday’s crucial match are available through Emegypt. Media members in need of additional information can access the detailed game notes online or contact RSL Communications directly.
