"We're going down there to win, we know we need to, we have to win a lot more games, but we're getting close to the number to catch-up with the bottom of the pack," said Real midfielder Kyle Beckerman.

In many respects, the next eight days are make-or-break time for RSL. After tonight's match at Houston, the club heads East for a Wednesday game at D.C. United and a Saturday game at Toronto.

"We know about the other games and I feel we can win all three, but we need to take care of Houston first," said Beckerman.

While RSL enters the match on a two-game winning streak, Houston hasn't lost a league match since Ching's comments, finishing with one win and two draws.

On the air

Real Salt Lake (4-11-6) at Houston (11-7-6)

Today, 6:30 p.m.

Robertson Stadium

TV: HDNet

Radio: AM700

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