Real Salt Lake host FC Dallas at America First Field, Salt Lake City on Thursday, Aug 20 at 3:30 AM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 2 points in the MLS, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Real Salt Lake come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). FC Dallas, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, Real Salt Lake face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. FC Dallas have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Real Salt Lake won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Real Salt Lake a slight edge, but FC Dallas are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.