Who will win the match between Real Salt Lake and San Diego FC?

Real Salt Lake are slight favourites given their unbeaten run and home advantage, but the head-to-head is even and San Diego's underlying numbers are strong. A home win is the likeliest outcome, though a draw is a live possibility.

Which team has better form coming into this MLS opener?

Real Salt Lake have superior recent form: four wins and a draw in their last five, while San Diego have lost three and drawn two. The hosts' momentum is clear, even if the form ratings suggest San Diego are close on paper.

Will both teams score in this MLS Round 1 match?

Both teams have scored in two of the three meetings, and San Diego have found the net in four of their last five away games. With Real Salt Lake's attacking confidence, BTTS looks a strong possibility at 2.00 odds.