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Real Salt Lake sits at 9-5-13 in 11th place as Diego Luna faces months sidelined with a knee injury. Hosts analyze the 1-0 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps where Brian White scored and Yohei Takaoka made key stops. Justen Glad and Rafael kept the defense stable despite offensive struggles.

The discussion covers the tactical void left by Zavier Gozo's departure and how Noel Caliskan is attempting to fill the scoring gap. With Philadelphia rising and Nashville dominating, RSL must rely on set pieces and defensive solidity from Glad's 59 accurate passes.

Listeners learn why a playoff push is unlikely without a midfield shift. The hosts predict a 12th place finish and discuss potential roster solutions. Key figures include Diego Luna, Justen Glad, Rafael, and Brian White.

In this episode: Luna's Injury & League Standing · Roster Battles & Set Pieces · Hypotheticals & Lightning Round.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mls/rsl/2026-10-01/transcript.html

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