The action continues in the Group Stage of the 2025 Leagues Cup on August 2, with a highlight matchup set to take place at America First Field, where Atlético de San Luis will face Real Salt Lake in a crucial battle for three points.
Atlético San Luis, under coach Guillermo Abascal, is in desperate need of a victory to keep their hopes alive in the tournament after suffering a heavy 4-0 defeat against Portland Timbers in their initial match, leaving them in 17th place in Group B, just above Cruz Azul on goal difference.
In contrast, Real Salt Lake managed a competitive performance against the defending champions, Club América, ending in a 2-2 draw. However, they fell short in the penalty shootout, allowing Salt Lake to secure an additional point, placing them in 12th position in Group A.
For today’s game, the anticipated starting line-ups are:
Real Salt Lake: Cabral; Caliskan, Glad, Quinton, Junqua; Eneli, Ruíz, Gozo, Luna; Gonçalves, Agada.
Atlético San Luis: Sánchez; Torres, Ramírez, Águila, Sanabria; Dourado, Macías, Oliveira; Salles-Lamonge, García, Pedro.
The match will kick off at 7:30 PM (central Mexico time) at America First Field in Sandy, Utah. Fans can catch the live action on Apple TV, with varying subscription options available.
Betting odds for the match suggest Real Salt Lake is favored at -155, with Atlético San Luis at +330 and a draw at +340. These odds reflect the ever-evolving nature of sports betting leading up to the match and throughout its duration.
Both teams are coming off differing experiences, creating an intriguing matchup that could pivot either team back into a positive direction in the tournament, showcasing the unpredictability and excitement characteristic of cup competitions.
With stakes high for Atlético San Luis, it is essential for them to regroup and harness their previous experiences as they take on a formidable opponent in Real Salt Lake.