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DeAndre Yedlin, a veteran U.S. national team defender with extensive MLS and European experience, has been signed by Real Salt Lake from FC Cincinnati for $304,700 in 2025 General Allocation Money. He is expected to join the team immediately and play in upcoming matches, bringing leadership and high-level experience to the club.
Following the tragic death of Diogo Jota in a car crash, MLS players, including Real Salt Lake's Diogo Gonçalves, paid emotional tributes by honoring Jota during matches, reflecting the global mourning and Jota's impact on the soccer community.
Real Salt Lake's top scorer Chicho Arango has been suspended for four games, including the All-Star game, for violating Major League Soccer's anti-harassment policy. The team has accepted the disciplinary decision, though no further details on the violation have been provided.
Real Salt Lake has reached the top of the MLS Power Rankings after a dominant 5-1 win over Austin, with Chicho Arango's hat trick bolstering his MVP candidacy. LAFC continues their strong performance with five straight clean sheets and wins, while Inter Miami struggles defensively and faces upcoming challenges without Lionel Messi. NYCFC and Minnesota United also had notable performances, and several other teams experienced mixed results in a week full of action and surprises.
New York City FC and Real Salt Lake achieved significant victories in Matchday 18, driven by hat-trick performances. The Team of the Matchday features standout players from various clubs, with NYC's Nick Cushing named Coach of the Week. Additionally, Audi's Goals Drive Progress initiative continues to support MLS academies by contributing funds for every goal scored.
Real Salt Lake's 3-0 win over LAFC in a blizzard prompted players to endure squall conditions for over 90 minutes, with LAFC defender Ryan Hollingshead likening it to "trying to run on an ice rink." The match, delayed due to a storm system and lightning, saw players struggling to maintain footing on the snow-covered field, with concerns raised about the playing conditions. RSL's grounds crew and additional staff worked to clear snow during the game, while players coped with the challenging weather, prompting discussions about whether the match should have been played at all.
LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo criticized Major League Soccer for allowing the match against Real Salt Lake to continue in blizzard-like conditions, calling it an "absolute disgrace" and "one of the worst professional sporting events" he's ever seen. The game was initially delayed due to heavy wind and lightning, and play was stopped multiple times due to the snowstorm. Cherundolo expressed concern for the players' well-being and stated that the match should have been called off.
LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo criticized the decision to play the MLS match against Real Salt Lake in heavy snow, calling it an "absolute disgrace" and "impossible conditions." The game was delayed for hours due to inclement weather and eventually resulted in a 3-0 defeat for LAFC. RSL's head coach praised his players' mentality in adapting to the challenging circumstances.
LAFC's match against Real Salt Lake in a snowstorm was marred by a two-hour snow delay and subsequent lightning delay, leading to a 3-0 loss for LAFC. Head coach Steve Cherundolo criticized the decision to play in the adverse conditions, calling it an "absolute joke" and "disgrace." Despite the team's frustration, the MLS and RSL's social media feeds took a more lighthearted and celebratory tone, with RSL ultimately securing the victory.
LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo criticized the decision to play the match against Real Salt Lake in extreme snowstorm conditions, calling it "one of the worst professional sporting events" he's seen. The game was delayed due to lightning and played in heavy snow, with RSL winning 3-0. RSL coach Pablo Mastroeni acknowledged the undesirable conditions, while Cherundolo expressed disbelief at playing and finishing the game in such circumstances.
Lionel Messi showcased his brilliance in Inter Miami's 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake, contributing to the team's winning start to the new MLS season. Despite an injury during pre-season, Messi played alongside former Barcelona teammates and assisted in setting up both goals. Miami coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino praised Messi's performance, highlighting his unique ability to create goal-scoring opportunities. Real Salt Lake had their chances, but ultimately, Miami secured the win. Messi's presence has significantly increased ticket demand for Miami's games, with prices soaring compared to last season.
Inter Miami secured a 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake in their MLS season opener, with Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez providing assists. Despite a dominant first half, Inter Miami struggled in the second half but managed to hold on for the win. The team will face the Los Angeles Galaxy in their next match.
Inter Miami kicks off their 2024 MLS season with a 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake, with goals from Robert Taylor and Diego Gomez, both assisted by Lionel Messi. Despite concerns about fitness and defending, Messi's influence shone through as he helped secure the victory. While there are still weaknesses to address, the team's solid start bodes well for the season ahead.
Lionel Messi helped set up both goals as Inter Miami CF defeated Real Salt Lake 2-0 in Major League Soccer's season opener. Robert Taylor scored late in the first half, and Diego Gomez added another in the second for Miami, while goalkeeper Zac MacMath made six saves for Real Salt Lake. Despite extended second-half pressure from Real Salt Lake, Miami held on for the win, with Luis Suarez contributing to Gomez's goal in his MLS debut.
Inter Miami, featuring star players Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, won their opening match of the MLS season 2-0 against Real Salt Lake. Despite Messi not scoring, his brilliance was evident throughout the game, with Robert Taylor and Diego Gomez securing the goals. The team's performance showed promise but also revealed areas for improvement, as they aim to become MLS Cup contenders.