RSL beats Rapids 2-1 as Solans and Gozo shine
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SANDY, Utah — Real Salt Lake defeated the Colorado Rapids 2-1 on Saturday night as Sergi Solans scored and assisted while 19-year-old Zavier Gozo added a goal. Wayne Frederick opened the scoring in the seventh minute, Gozo equalized in the 36th, and Solans’ header in the 68th minute secured the lead for RSL.
The result gives Real Salt Lake a reported 8-4-1 record and highlights Gozo’s back-to-back scoring, raising his season total to six goals and prompting mentions of a late bid for a U.S. World Cup roster spot. Rafael Cabral made three saves, and lineup notes included Nico Hansen starting in place of an injured goalkeeper this week.
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Timeline
- 1. Earlier in the week: Gozo scored two goals in a 3-0 match.
- 2. Saturday night: RSL faced Colorado Rapids in Sandy, Utah.
- 3. 7th minute: Wayne Frederick opened scoring for Colorado Rapids.
- 4. 36th minute: Zavier Gozo equalized for Real Salt Lake.
- 5. 68th minute: Sergi Solans scored the game-winning header for RSL.
Why it matters
If you're a soccer fan, this is a big deal. Zavier Gozo, just 19, is making waves with his back-to-back scoring. He's now being mentioned for a U.S. World Cup roster spot. Keep an eye on his performance in the next few games.
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