Real Salt Lake VS New England Prediction & Betting Tips - AI Analysis & Odds (Sep 27, 2026)

Real Salt LakeReal Salt Lake

3 - 0

HT: 1-0

New England RevolutionNew England

MLS·America First Field

Comparison of analyst and AI predictions

Predicto AI

Incorrect

Both Teams to Score

@1.50

View Reasoning

Both teams have shown a strong tendency to score, with a BTTS rate of 65% for Real Salt Lake and 70% for New England Revolution, indicating that they often find the back of the net in their matches. The H2H record also highlights this trend, with both sides scoring in many of their encounters, leading to a total of 29 goals in their last 10 meetings. This suggests a high likelihood that both teams will score in this match.

Human Analyst

Correct

Over 2.5 goals

@1.57

View Reasoning

Real Salt Lake and New England Revolution have shown a high propensity for goals in their matches, with both teams averaging 2.57 goals per game this season. With a combined Over 2.5 goals rate of 65% for Real Salt Lake and 70% for New England Revolution, it strongly suggests that this trend will continue. Additionally, their recent H2H matches have produced an impressive 29 goals over 10 games, further supporting the likelihood of Over 2.5 goals in this encounter.

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Key Stats

Real Salt Lakeper gameNew England Revolution

1.6

xG for

1.5

xG against

1.3

49.5

Possession %

50.5

14.1

Shots

Real Salt Lake — last 5

LDLLL

New England Revolution — last 5

WWDWL

Team Stats

Real Salt Lakeper gameNew England Revolution

1.6

xG for

1.5

xG against

1.3

49.5

Possession %

50.5

14.1

Shots

5.4

Shots on tgt

4.7

Corners

4.5

BTTS %

Over 2.5 %

Clean sheet %

Real Salt Lake — last 5

LDLLL

New England Revolution — last 5

WWDWL

Last season

Team	W-D-L	GF/g	GA/g	CS
Real Salt Lake	12-5-18	1.1	1.5	7
New England Revolution	9-9-16	1.3	1.5	10

Real Salt Lake performance

Total Matches

Form

5W5D10L

Avg Scored

1.45

per match

Avg Conceded

1.60

per match

Goals Scored29

Goals Conceded32

Clean Sheets3 (15%)

BTTS60%

Over 2.565%

Over 3.525%

New England performance

Total Matches

Form

10W4D6L

Avg Scored

1.70

per match

Avg Conceded

1.35

per match

Goals Scored34

Goals Conceded27

Clean Sheets3 (15%)

BTTS70%

Over 2.570%

Over 3.525%

Expected Match Outcome

Real Salt Lake

1-2

(1.4 - 1.6 xG)

New England

Real Salt Lake

Scores1.45/g

Concedes1.60/g

New England

Scores1.70/g

Concedes1.35/g

Market Predictions

BTTS

65%

Over 2.5

68%

Over 3.5

25%

Under 2.5

33%

Head-to-Head & Form

Real Salt Lake wins

Draws

New England Revolution wins

Recent meetings

01 Sept 2024Real Salt Lake

2–0

New England Revolution

13 Mar 2022New England Revolution

2–3

Real Salt Lake

21 Sept 2019New England Revolution

0–0

Real Salt Lake

Standings

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Nashville SC	30	20	7	3	+41	67
1	Vancouver Whitecaps	30	16	7	7	+32	55
2	Inter Miami	30	15	10	5	+22	55
2	St. Louis City	30	14	9	7	+15	51
3	FC Dallas	30	14	9	7	+8	51
3	New England Revolution	30	16	4	10	+8	52
4	San Jose Earthquakes	30	13	9	8	+10	48
4	Chicago Fire	30	14	6	10	+8	48
5	Charlotte	30	13	8	9	+8	47
5	Houston Dynamo	30	13	8	9	+2	47
6	Los Angeles FC	31	12	10	9	+15	46
6	Philadelphia Union	30	13	7	10	+13	46
7	Orlando City SC	30	12	5	13	-12	41
7	Seattle Sounders	30	11	9	10	+2	42
8	Los Angeles Galaxy	31	10	10	11	-9	40
8	New York Red Bulls	30	10	6	14	-17	36
9	Colorado Rapids	30	11	6	13	0	39
9	FC Cincinnati	29	9	9	11	-10	36
10	Real Salt Lake	30	10	6	14	-3	36
10	Toronto FC	30	8	12	10	-9	36
11	Columbus Crew	30	10	5	15	-1	35
11	Portland Timbers	30	9	7	14	-5	34
12	New York City FC	30	8	10	12	+2	34
12	San Diego	30	8	10	12	-3	34
13	Minnesota United FC	30	8	10	12	-8	34
13	DC United	29	7	12	10	-14	33
14	Austin	30	7	10	13	-18	31
14	Atlanta United FC	30	8	6	16	-14	30
15	Sporting Kansas City	30	6	4	20	-39	22
15	CF Montreal	30	6	7	17	-24	25

Overview

Real Salt Lake currently sit 10th with 29 points, while New England Revolution hold 3rd place with 40 points in the MLS standings. Last season, Real Salt Lake averaged 1.1 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per game, compared to New England's 1.3 scored and 1.5 conceded. Despite New England's higher standing, Real Salt Lake have won 4 of the last 6 head-to-head matches, including a 2-0 win in September 2024.

Form & xG

This season's small sample shows Real Salt Lake with form LDLLL, scoring 1.61 and conceding 1.61 per game, with an xG of 1.62 for and 1.52 against. New England have a slightly better form WWDWL, scoring 1.65 and conceding 1.22, with an xG of 1.5 for and 1.32 against. Both teams have a high BTTS rate (78% RSL, 61% NE), and over 2.5 goals in 70% and 65% of their matches respectively.

Team News & Key Players

Real Salt Lake's top attackers include Sergi Solans Ormo (9G, 3A, 2.72 shots/90) and Zavier Gozo (6G, 4A, 2.45 shots/90). New England's main threats are Carles Gil (8G, 4A, 1.5 shots/90, 3.01 key passes/90) and Dor Turgeman (6G, 4A, 1.99 shots/90). Defensively, New England has a slight edge with 10 clean sheets last season versus 7 for Real Salt Lake.

Stats & Betting Angles

Real Salt Lake average 4.7 corners per game, New England 4.5, both below match averages (~10). Real Salt Lake commit more fouls (12.1) and cards (2.45 yellows) compared to New England (9.9 fouls, 1.73 yellows). BTTS likelihood is high given both teams' scoring and conceding patterns, supported by their xG profiles and last season's defensive records. Over 2.5 goals is supported by 70% and 65% O2.5 rates this season.

Verdict

Expect a competitive match with goals from both sides. Real Salt Lake’s recent head-to-head dominance and attacking output suggest they can score, while New England’s stronger defense and consistent scoring imply a close contest. The predicted 2-1 scoreline aligns with the high BTTS and over 2.5 goals trends. New England may edge the points, but Real Salt Lake’s home advantage and recent form against this opponent keep the outcome tight.

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Human analyst

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is the recent form of both teams affecting the match prediction?

Real Salt Lake’s recent form is poor (LDLLL) with an average of 1.61 goals scored and conceded per game, while New England’s form is better (WWDWL) scoring 1.65 and conceding 1.22. Despite New England’s better form, Real Salt Lake’s recent head-to-head dominance balances the prediction towards a close, competitive match.

What do the xG statistics indicate about the attacking and defensive strengths?

Real Salt Lake’s xG this season is 1.62 for and 1.52 against, indicating balanced attack and defense. New England’s xG is 1.5 for and 1.32 against, showing slightly better defensive solidity. Both teams’ xG align closely with their goals scored and conceded, supporting a match with goals but balanced defense.

Which key attackers are likely to influence the game based on their per-90 stats?

For Real Salt Lake, Sergi Solans Ormo (2.72 shots/90, 9G, 3A) and Zavier Gozo (2.45 shots/90, 6G, 4A) are main threats. New England relies on Carles Gil (1.5 shots/90, 8G, 4A, 3.01 KP/90) and Dor Turgeman (1.99 shots/90, 6G, 4A). Their high shot and key pass rates suggest involvement in most attacking plays.

How do defensive frailties affect the expected goals and clean sheet chances?

Real Salt Lake conceded 1.5 goals per game last season with only 7 clean sheets in 35 matches, showing defensive vulnerability. New England also conceded 1.5 but had 10 clean sheets in 34 games, indicating better defensive reliability. This suggests New England may limit Real Salt Lake’s chances more effectively.

Why is BTTS (both teams to score) likely in this match?

Real Salt Lake have a 78% BTTS rate this season, conceding 1.61 goals per game, while New England have 61% BTTS, conceding 1.22. Last season, both teams conceded 1.5 goals per game. Given their attacking stats and defensive records, both sides are prone to concede and score, supporting BTTS.

What supports the over 2.5 goals prediction in this fixture?

Both teams have over 2.5 goals percentages above 60% this season (Real Salt Lake 70%, New England 65%). Their average goals scored and conceded per game (around 1.6 each) and high BTTS rates suggest open play and multiple goals, consistent with over 2.5 goals being a strong possibility.

How do recent head-to-head results influence the expected outcome?

Real Salt Lake won 4 of the last 6 matches against New England, including a 2-0 win in 2024 and a 3-2 away win in 2022. However, New England had some heavy wins in earlier years. The recent dominance by Real Salt Lake at home suggests they can score and challenge New England effectively.

Is there betting value in this match prediction?

Given Real Salt Lake’s lower league position but strong recent head-to-head record and home advantage, betting on a close 2-1 win or BTTS with over 2.5 goals offers value. New England’s better defensive stats and form suggest a narrow margin, making the predicted scoreline a balanced, value-backed choice.