Wasatch Soccer Sentinel
Real Salt Lake are back after a week off. They’re on the road in Canada, where they’ll play the Vancouver Whitecaps. Former RSL captain Damir Kreilach is now with the Whitecaps, which is a clear focal point in this game. RSL are suffering a few key injuries and a number of players on international duty, so this could be a tough road trip.
The last game
RSL’s last game was a 2-1 loss against the Colorado Rapids. It’s been a few years since RSL had a home loss to the Rapids and that game was very winnable for Real. Eneli’s goal was a fantastic moment, and the penalty he conceded felt harsh, even if it was the right call. The second goal that Colorado scored was only possible because Vera made such a bizarre clearance right into traffic that he should be credited with a Rapids assist. Two weeks rest should give the team plenty of time to recover and reevaluate.
King Kreilach
Damir Kreilach had been one of the leaders of Real Salt Lake since joining in 2018. After a major injury and decline in minutes, the Croatian made a surprise move to the Vancouver Whitecaps in the offseason. He’s played in all three of their MLS games, and even scored a goal in CONCACAF Champions Cup. The Whitecaps have yet to lose this MLS season, having drawn 1-1 with Charolette in their opening game, then beat Dallas and San Jose to put them 2nd in the west.
