Los Angeles FC sits just a single point ahead of Real Salt Lake in the MLS standings ahead of their showdown on Wednesday.
The two teams will face off at BMO Stadium in a crucial Western Conference matchup that could see Real Salt Lake leapfrog LAFC in the standings with a win.
LAFC forward David Martínez has been in fine form this season, and his team will be looking to continue their momentum after demolishing the LA Galaxy 3-0 in El Trafico just four days ago. Marco Delgado marked the occasion with a goal and an assist in the derby showdown, while designated players Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga each got on the scoresheet also.
The injury absences of Igor Jesus, Sergi Palencia, and Timothy Tillman add a touch of uncertainty to LAFC's lineup, but the team has largely dominated the rivalry with Real Salt Lake since their first meeting in 2020.
Real Salt Lake, meanwhile, has been enjoying an excellent start to the 2026 season, sitting fourth in the Western Conference following an unbeaten streak that was interrupted by the World Cup break. The team will be looking to resume their head of steam and take advantage of LAFC's injury woes.
The match will be broadcast live on FOX Deportes and FOX Sports 1, and fans can also stream it on Fubo. With Fubo, viewers can watch live television without cable on their phone, TV, or tablet, and the service carries a wide array of sports and entertainment channels.
Real Salt Lake coach Pablo Mastroeni's men will be looking to make a statement in their first fixture since the World Cup break, and a win over LAFC would be a significant boost to their chances of making a deep run in the playoffs.
The match is set to kick off at 10:30 PM EDT on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Source: Yahoo Sports