Real Salt Lake Defeats Sporting KC 3-1

Diego Luna, Zavier Gozo lead RSL to victory at home

Apr. 5, 2026 at 12:00am

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Real Salt Lake defeated Sporting Kansas City 3-1 in a Saturday match at their home stadium in Sandy, Utah. Diego Luna scored in the 4th minute, while 19-year-old Zavier Gozo added a goal and two assists. Sergi Solans also scored for RSL, who improved to 3-1-1 on the season.

Why it matters

This win continues Real Salt Lake's strong start to the 2026 MLS season, as they look to build on their playoff appearance last year. The performance of young players like Gozo is also an encouraging sign for the club's future.

The details

In the 4th minute, Diego Luna scored his first goal of the season to give RSL an early lead. Teenager Zavier Gozo then added a goal and two assists, while Sergi Solans also found the back of the net for the home team. Sporting KC was able to pull a goal back, but could not overcome the deficit.

  • The match was played on Saturday, April 5, 2026.

The players

Diego Luna

A forward for Real Salt Lake who scored the opening goal in the 4th minute.

Zavier Gozo

A 19-year-old midfielder for Real Salt Lake who scored a goal and added two assists in the match.

Sergi Solans

A player for Real Salt Lake who also scored a goal in the victory.

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The takeaway

Real Salt Lake's strong start to the season, led by the performances of young players like Zavier Gozo, suggests the club is poised for another playoff push in 2026.