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Real Salt Lake: A tie after late goals

Anonymous | 8:24 a.m. June 7, 2009

Can anyone explain Russell's first yellow? He wasn't involved in the foul, and the MLS website is calling it "dissent." But, when has Russell ever said anything to anyone? Did the ref get his bald guys mixed up? Mathis committed the foul and is the consistent mouthy one, poor form.

Every time we go defensive, dissappointment is the outcome.

OhYea | 8:26 a.m. June 7, 2009

18-9 shots on goal? Does kicking the ball into the top row of seats in the stadium count as a shot on goal? Get real. As long as RSL plays "Not to Lose" instead of playing to "Win" Nothing is going to change.

Anonymous | 9:26 a.m. June 7, 2009

I agree with OhYea completely. Poor gameplanning. I said it last week, and I'll say it this week. This team is not good enough. This team needs changes. Their record "speaks for itself".
Please make some trades!

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Anonymous | 10:12 a.m. June 7, 2009

I acutally think that the team played better without Beckerman and Morales, I hope that maybe Kreis will sit them out another game to see what happens.

caring less and less | 10:26 a.m. June 7, 2009

As a supporter of RSL and one of the 1st to sign up for season tickets, I am growing weary of the style of play not only of RSL but of the MLS in general. My center first row seats will be up for grabs at the end of this season. Jason Kreiss was "pleased" with this performance? This only makes me more depressed. Did a single free kick from within striking distance make it within 15 feet of striking the posts or crossbar- much less the goalie? How many of Mathis's corner kicks found a RSL player? 3 wide open headers in front of the goal- two by Findley and one by Olave weren't on target although Espindola at least came close with his. Colorado was even worse with at least 5 of Pickens' kicks going full-field to Rimando or crossing the RSL endline. We may not be able to find the net or have the ability to excite the fans with Arsenal-like pinpoint combination passing in the final third, but we are perfecting the back pass and side to side ball movement in the back. Unfortunately, this can't hold our interest much longer.

todd from santa ana | 10:55 a.m. June 7, 2009

People have asked as a Galaxy fan but only slight interest in any other MLS team, why I would post? Because I love the state of Utah and want to see all the teams do well. This includes Real. I do not watch many games admittedly, but I am very very bothered by last night. Very.

I am bothered by Checketts coming out supporting this current group and Kreis. This has "Jazz Complacency stamped all over it" Then again what else what you would expect from Jazz guy and someone who was in charge when the Knickies went down hillarooni.

In watching hundreds of matches yearly, I have rarely seen so much posession domination so worthless. These announcers rave about Mathis. He always thinks so high of himself. Yet his corners and free kicks all not his fault what did it lead to?

Next: What happened to a strong ground oriented mid field Dutch type buildup. AT times sure they tried it but early on long ball jookes again. Colorado did likewise. Findlay and Yuri blow chances then Yuri finally scores then a lapse and the one Rapid who can hurt them did. Need trades and new coach.

todd from santa ana conclusion | 10:59 a.m. June 7, 2009

SUre it was sold out, but for most part on tv it appeared fans sitting on hands.

Guess what? The Galaxy played overall theyr'e best game of the season yesterday. Defensively, organized, hard to break down. Buddle scores clutch goals. Finally Arena team you can see making progress and getting better each week. Yes many ties negative. One loss fewest in league, 4th in fewest goals scored. Very talented team. You guys are in huge HUGE trouble at Home depot next week.

I say Galaxy will win 2-0 or 3-1.

free kicks? | 11:21 a.m. June 7, 2009

Why was mathis taking those free kicks? Sure it was nice getting to touch the ball up in the 25th row 3 times in a half... Honestly i dont care what you people say mathis is terrible. Evidence by poor corners and even worse set pieces..

I CANT KEEP POURING MONEY INTO THIS TEAM IF THEY DONT START SHOWING UP AT HOME!

Do you get it. | 3:12 p.m. June 7, 2009

RSL owners, coaches, players and administration. DO YOU GET IT YET? After 5 years of, we worked hard, i am pleased with our effort, we were just unluck the ball didn't go in, the refs didn't like us, blaa blaa blaa. As fans we are fed up. Come out and be honest. The team is a mess and the fans deserve better!!!!!

Soccer Boy | 3:27 p.m. June 7, 2009

Cut off the juice boxes and orange slices and you might get a better effort. When the kids know they are going to be rewarded regardless of the outcome they fail to achieve. Go Real!!!

Oh my gosh!!!! | 3:53 p.m. June 7, 2009

A 1-1 tie! I only wish I could have seen this game! Soccer is soooooo exciting!

RE | 5:14 p.m. June 7, 2009

Didn't RSL Come within a game of going to the MLS Championship game last year?

Able | 5:28 p.m. June 7, 2009

Re: Oh my gosh!!! - Your sarcasm is typical for those who don't understand the game. This isn't American football where the players stand around waiting for action to happen more than 75% of the playing time or baseball where they SIT around waiting for something to happen. THIS is the world's most popular sport. It has been the most popular sport for more than a century exactly because it is soooooo exciting.

Anonymous | 7:14 p.m. June 7, 2009

Ahhh! Get rid of Mathis, his glory days are long behind him. Get rid of Rimando and put in Seitz. Rimando is so short he couldn't stop the Rapids' goal. The ball went right over his head and off the cross bar!?! Why does Kreis insist on using Rimando when Seitz is a much better keeper and more intimidating on the field?!? While we're at it, we need to get rid of Kreis, too.

It's time to shake things up. Where we're sitting in the standings there's only one way to go if we do.

re: caring less and less & able | 7:29 p.m. June 7, 2009

I am right there next to ya. This is the sameold joke from 95. Nothing changed. GET RID OF ALL OF THEM....

re: able~~ I think any one can understand tie and loss.. Thats the point they cant win,this team is not fun to watch. Actually gets getting fun to see how they will lose or give up the lead in a different way than before.

I am almost hoping for a loss so things will get so bad they will HAVE to do something.

re: do you get it~~~ NO THEY DONT GET IT! But you do!! I am with you 100%

This is turning into a jinxed and pathetic franchise. Way to go Admin, Players, Coaches your about to prove the nay sayers right!!!

oops | 7:38 p.m. June 7, 2009

I meant same old joke from 2005, see thats how miserable it is we think we have been going through this forever and its only been 5 years of suffering. This is like a bad marriage. You have no idea how long you been in it all you know is you want out!!!

MLS Product | 8:02 p.m. June 7, 2009

I hope the MLS can succeed, someday I'd like to see quality soccer. There is not a single team in MLS than could compete with The English Champions League- let alone the Premier League.

Sure we have 5-6 American players who can hang in top level soccer teams and one who dominates (Howard), but American soccer has a LONG WAY TO GO.

RLS is missing key players- for one someone who can finish. They need to shore-up an attacking midfield player, and they need to move Romando to the bench. That goal yesterday- while a ripping shot, would have been stopped by 80% of other goalies.

Help | 9:23 p.m. June 7, 2009

Get rid of Kreis!!!! Spend Money on a quality striker with proven results..... dump Checketts while you're at it. Problem solved.

How many times do we have to watch defensive mode give away the game.

The writing is on the wall!! | 12:34 p.m. June 8, 2009

The writing is starting to show on the wall!! The management of this team is an absolute joke!! Best way to keep the ball away from our goal is to be attacking theirs. What does Kreis do? Take out an attacking player for a defender, then try to win the game by clearing the ball to colorado over and over again, allowing them to continue attacking our goal. Brilliant!!!

The writing is on the wall!!! Not even the "Behind the Shield" guys can find anything good to say even 2 days later...

The writing is on the wall!!!!

re: Able | 2:20 p.m. June 8, 2009

Do you know what the world's most popular floor-type is? Dirt. Americans want soccer as much as they want dirt floors.

Fedor | 5:25 p.m. June 8, 2009

This game a tough banana to swallow. Wow, what a shot by Rapids, I will have scary dream of that one for long time. But maybe all the people were just fine because of the one and only most magnificent young performer to come around since the Donny and Marie.....young David Archelinko!!! His voice like an angel...and what a performer. Lucky me with a wristband, was able to see this front and center. I was even able to get my "innagural season" scarf and my shinguards signed by Archelinko in "meet the greet" before game. When I shook his hand, I vow to never wash it again. The night was pure magic, it was Rio Tintalicious. NOW, back to the business at hand which is getting our beloved RSL back to the top which is rightful place for team. Let's keep all the faith, lets believe in coach, let's cheer on management, let's praise friends in east box office. WE CAN DO THIS!!! The goals will come, this is long season. See you on the 27th my friends, back at Rio Tinto where we belong!!! Gooooooo RSL, Gooooooo all the way. Viva la RSL!!!

Most Interesting Man in the Worl | 5:47 p.m. June 8, 2009

Fedor, my friend...did you remember my advice: The after-party is the party to attend. Let's meet up at Denny's to discuss.

Juan's Mustache | 12:18 p.m. June 9, 2009

Fedor mi brother from mother another. You always give me such hope for future of futbol for the Real team. Goals will come like the gas after Betos. You speak of the East Ticket men what about West Men they need the happiness of all people as well. They work so hard at making stadium full. Also Fedor is your excitment as high as mine for the new Female soccer league. It is wonderful.

Fedor | 10:28 p.m. June 9, 2009

To Juan....I no not who you are, or where you are from. But this much can be said, you and I have the blood and heart of the Real Salt Lake flowing through our veins like the mighty Jordan River. You are correct sir, the goals will come, but only if banded together as one, we as RSL fans scream and chant our way into hearts of Javi and Mathis and cheer the foots into a kicking motion worthy of a goal.
Now let me say some thing about my friends at the EBO (short for east box office, ha ha)they truly have the heart of the champion. Even though I have the season ticket, I keep them at will call so I can see the goatee of one, and curly hair of another. Plus,the beautiful girls, wow wow wow. Only in Utah my friend. The West has all of my respect, but much like the west side of town, I am scared to walk to west side of the box office. See you at carnival ReAL on June 27th. Bring your banner and wave it proudly, as you know, IT'S OUR YEAR!

Juan's Mustache | 11:15 a.m. June 10, 2009

Fedor my friend in Scarlet. We must not only scream our songs but we must also bang our drums into the beautiful hair of Beckerman so he can use it to head a ball into the goal. You must not forgot about the beards of the West side my pal Fedor. We must not have hate about which side we should pick our tickets up at their must be love in the air between RSL fans we must have synergy. I also can not wait to booh that nasty Club America team they are so ugly. I have pure love for Chivas.

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