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About Real Salt Lake
Real Salt Lake (RSL) is an American professional soccer franchise that competes as a member club of Major League Soccer (MLS)' Western Conference. RSL began play in 2005 as an expansion team of the league. The club was founded in 2004 when the club's first owner and founder was awarded an expansion berth in Major League Soccer.
The club plays its home games at Rio Tinto Stadium, a soccer-specific stadium located in the Salt Lake City suburb of Sandy, Utah, since 2008. RSL initially played home games at Rice-Eccles Stadium, located on the campus of the University of Utah, from 2005–2008. The team is currently led by head coach Pablo Mastroeni.
In domestic soccer, Real Salt Lake won the 2009 MLS Cup and were runners-up in the 2013 MLS Cup, the Supporters Shield in 2010, and the 2013 edition of the U.S. Open Cup. The franchise regional success to date was in the 2010–11 CONCACAF Champions League, where RSL finished runners-up in the tournament becoming the first American club, since the CONCACAF Champions League format was introduced in 2008, to advance to the final stage of the tournament.
—Real Salt Lake Wikipedia Page
Real Salt Lake
In Sandy, Utah, Real Salt Lake competes in Major League Soccer with a club model that’s centered on player development. Established in 2004, the club represents Utah in MLS and plays home matches at America First Field.1
Supporter sections lead coordinated chants and songs that set the tempo of matchday.2 The “RSL Way” sets the standards for how the club operates, outlining the core values (Pride, Community, Industry, Harmony, and Integrity) that apply across its academy and MLS roster. Those principles guide player development and shape how teams represent Real Salt Lake on and off the field.3
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History of Real Salt Lake
Real Salt Lake was founded in 2004 and began MLS play in 2005 as an expansion club. The team adopted its name through an early relationship with Spain’s Real Madrid, with RSL’s owner wanting to bring a European tradition to Utah soccer.4
In 2009, RSL won the MLS Cup by defeating the LA Galaxy in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the final. The championship remains the club’s only MLS Cup title.4
The following year, Real Salt Lake advanced to the 2010-11 CONCACAF Champions League Final in a run that marked the club’s strongest international showing and expanded its presence beyond North America.4
Real Salt Lake at America First Field
America First Field opened in 2008 in Sandy and seats approximately 20,000 fans. Built specifically for the sport, the steep seating bowl keeps fans close and intensifies organized supporter chants throughout the venue.5 Mountain views frame the stadium, but the design keeps attention fixed on the field.
The stadium also serves as the home field for the Utah Royals. At the south end, you’ll find dedicated supporter sections whose coordinated chants and songs help set the rhythm of matchday.5
Awards
Since entering MLS, Real Salt Lake has recorded league and international milestones that define its competitive record.
- MLS Cup Champions (2009): Real Salt Lake defeated the LA Galaxy in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 final to capture the 2009 MLS Cup.4
- CONCACAF Champions League Finalists (2011): RSL reached the 2010-11 CONCACAF Champions League Final.4
- Individual League Honors: Jamison Olave was named MLS Defender of the Year in 2010, while Kyle Beckerman and Nick Rimando were selected as MLS All-Stars several times (Beckerman: 7; Rimando: 9).6
Real Salt Lake Ticket Information
The MLS regular season runs from late winter through fall, with home matches held at America First Field in Sandy. Real Salt Lake tickets are available now at AXS, where you can browse seating options and secure official soccer tickets for any upcoming league match.
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Sources
- Real Salt Lake Soccer - Team History and Fun Facts - Visit Utah
- Chants - Real Salt Lake
- The RSL Way - Real Salt Lake
- A Historical Perspective of Real Salt Lake - Real Salt Lake
- America First Field - Real Salt Lake - Stadium Journey
- Real Salt Lake's Long and Storied Playoff History - Real Salt Lake
- The Greatest Rivalry in the West - Real Salt Lake
- A-Z Guide - Real Salt Lake