<rss xmlns:date="http://exslt.org/dates-and-times" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Real Salt Lake News</title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com</link><description>Real Salt Lake News</description>



<item><title><![CDATA[RSL notes: Johnson's midfield transformation]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091120&amp;content_id=7696852&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:08:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091120&amp;content_id=7696852&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake midfielder Will Johnson wasn&#39;t always a terrier who made opposing midfielders miserable. Once upon a time, Johnson played forward.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake midfielder Will Johnson wasn't always a terrier who made opposing midfielders miserable. Once upon a time, Johnson played forward.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Kyle McCarthy and Andrew Winner</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Game Preview:  First-ever MLS Cup Appearance ]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091120&amp;content_id=7697300&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:52:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091120&amp;content_id=7697300&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Fresh off of this evening&#39;s arrival in the Pacific Northwest, Real Salt Lake and the club&#39;s supporters are set to make Seattle its home away from home in preparation for RSL&#39;s first-ever MLS Cup appearance this Sunday, November 22, against the Los Angeles Galaxy.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Fresh off of this evening's arrival in the Pacific Northwest, Real Salt Lake and the club's supporters are set to make Seattle its home away from home in preparation for RSL's first-ever MLS Cup appearance this Sunday, November 22, against the Los Angeles Galaxy.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[MLS Cup 2009 preview: LA vs. RSL]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091119&amp;content_id=7691458&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:30:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091119&amp;content_id=7691458&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[The first team to reach MLS Cup six times, the Los Angeles Galaxy will take on a team that didn&#39;t exist until the season of their last appearance in Major League Soccer&#39;s championship game - Real Salt Lake - in MLS Cup 2009.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The first team to reach MLS Cup six times, the Los Angeles Galaxy will take on a team that didn't exist until the season of their last appearance in Major League Soccer's championship game - Real Salt Lake - in MLS Cup 2009.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Title shot is special for Real Salt Lake]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091119&amp;content_id=7692152&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:01:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091119&amp;content_id=7692152&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Being at this stage is a new feeling for many players in an RSL uniform. Aside from Nick Rimando, the overwhelming majority are first-timers in an MLS Cup Final.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Being at this stage is a new feeling for many players in an RSL uniform. Aside from Nick Rimando, the overwhelming majority are first-timers in an MLS Cup Final.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL has Real stars, too]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091119&amp;content_id=7690094&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:04:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091119&amp;content_id=7690094&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[It seems ironic in a way that Real Salt Lake and the Los Angeles Galaxy should be the teams who meet to decide the winner of the MLS Cup on Sunday evening in Seattle. Finding a pair of teams more entrenched at opposite ends of the MLS spectrum would be a difficult task.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[It seems ironic in a way that Real Salt Lake and the Los Angeles Galaxy should be the teams who meet to decide the winner of the MLS Cup on Sunday evening in Seattle. Finding a pair of teams more entrenched at opposite ends of the MLS spectrum would be a difficult task.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL's Findley making name for himself]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091118&amp;content_id=7684998&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:27:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091118&amp;content_id=7684998&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Robbie Findley will get an opportunity to play for the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy against the club that traded him away when Real Salt Lake squares off against the Los Angeles Galaxy in MLS Cup 2009.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Robbie Findley will get an opportunity to play for the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy against the club that traded him away when Real Salt Lake squares off against the Los Angeles Galaxy in MLS Cup 2009.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[As Cup nears, RSL looks ahead, not back]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091117&amp;content_id=7679538&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:52:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091117&amp;content_id=7679538&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Forget about the regular-season struggles or the playoff berth sealed on the final day of the campaign. For Real Salt Lake, the past isn&#39;t particularly important as they prepares to face Los Angeles in MLS Cup 2009 on Sunday night in Seattle.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Forget about the regular-season struggles or the playoff berth sealed on the final day of the campaign. For Real Salt Lake, the past isn't particularly important as they prepares to face Los Angeles in MLS Cup 2009 on Sunday night in Seattle.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Kyle McCarthy</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake relishing underdog role]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091117&amp;content_id=7679580&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:04:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091117&amp;content_id=7679580&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake have relished playing the role of an underdog in recent weeks, continually finding ways to prove wrong the doubters who predicted their MLS demise long ago.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake have relished playing the role of an underdog in recent weeks, continually finding ways to prove wrong the doubters who predicted their MLS demise long ago.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update:  Playing for First-Ever MLS Cup Title ]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091117&amp;content_id=7676688&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:22:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091117&amp;content_id=7676688&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[One season after seeing its title dreams crash in the Conference Championship round, RSL turned the tables last Saturday night by claiming the Eastern Conference Championship over the Chicago Fire in penalty kicks, setting up the Utah side&#39;s first-ever appearance in an MLS Cup Final.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[One season after seeing its title dreams crash in the Conference Championship round, RSL turned the tables last Saturday night by claiming the Eastern Conference Championship over the Chicago Fire in penalty kicks, setting up the Utah side's first-ever appearance in an MLS Cup Final.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL wins East crown, keeps good times rolling]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091115&amp;content_id=7668524&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:56:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091115&amp;content_id=7668524&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake snuck into the playoffs, earning their berth with a final game victory while watching a number of other results that they had no control over all go their way. And since they made it, they&#39;ve been slaying the giants.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake snuck into the playoffs, earning their berth with a final game victory while watching a number of other results that they had no control over all go their way. And since they made it, they've been slaying the giants.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Kathryn L. Knapp</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL buries Fire on PKs, advances to MLS Cup]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091115&amp;content_id=7668236&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:43:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091115&amp;content_id=7668236&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake survived a penalty kick shootout to advance to their first MLS Cup with a 5-4 victory against the Chicago Fire.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake survived a penalty kick shootout to advance to their first MLS Cup with a 5-4 victory against the Chicago Fire.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Kathryn L. Knapp</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL ready for tough challenge in Chicago]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091113&amp;content_id=7663970&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:57:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091113&amp;content_id=7663970&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Fresh off claiming a big road victory, Real Salt Lake must find a way to duplicate that result when they face the Chicago Fire on Saturday in the Eastern Conference Championship.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Fresh off claiming a big road victory, Real Salt Lake must find a way to duplicate that result when they face the Chicago Fire on Saturday in the Eastern Conference Championship.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Playoff Preview:  Eastern Conference Championship]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091113&amp;content_id=7662384&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:12:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091113&amp;content_id=7662384&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[For the second straight season, Real Salt Lake has just one game in its way en route to a first-ever MLS Cup appearance, and the Claret-and-Cobalt will look to punch its ticket this Saturday, November 14, when it squares off against the Chicago Fire in the MLS Eastern Conference Championship. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[For the second straight season, Real Salt Lake has just one game in its way en route to a first-ever MLS Cup appearance, and the Claret-and-Cobalt will look to punch its ticket this Saturday, November 14, when it squares off against the Chicago Fire in the MLS Eastern Conference Championship. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL not lacking playoff experience]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091112&amp;content_id=7657622&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:47:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091112&amp;content_id=7657622&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Seeing RSL reach the Conference Championship game after barely clinching a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs during the final week of the regular season is no doubt a surprise development. Still, the Claret-and-Cobalt are not exactly a group of novices unaccustomed to making this sort of playoff run.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Seeing RSL reach the Conference Championship game after barely clinching a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs during the final week of the regular season is no doubt a surprise development. Still, the Claret-and-Cobalt are not exactly a group of novices unaccustomed to making this sort of playoff run.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake hope to cash in on second chance]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091111&amp;content_id=7654746&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:50:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091111&amp;content_id=7654746&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[For a second straight year, Jason Kreis finds himself one game from competing for the MLS Cup. And while this situation is different than last season, the RSL coach said the experience of making that run last year can only be beneficial.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[For a second straight year, Jason Kreis finds himself one game from competing for the MLS Cup. And while this situation is different than last season, the RSL coach said the experience of making that run last year can only be beneficial.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Dylan Butler</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update:  "It's (Still) Real!" ]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091110&amp;content_id=7649030&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:32:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091110&amp;content_id=7649030&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[After bouncing the defending champion Columbus Crew from the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs, Real Salt Lake now has just one game in its way en route to a first-ever MLS Cup appearance - this Saturday&#39;s MLS Eastern Conference Championship contest against the Chicago Fire. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[After bouncing the defending champion Columbus Crew from the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs, Real Salt Lake now has just one game in its way en route to a first-ever MLS Cup appearance - this Saturday's MLS Eastern Conference Championship contest against the Chicago Fire. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL to Host Watch Party - SOLD OUT!]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091109&amp;content_id=7640450&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:24:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091109&amp;content_id=7640450&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake invites its fans to Rio Tinto Stadium&#39;s 2nd-floor &quot;Club Real&quot; presented by Budweiser this Saturday evening for a watch party in conjunction with the team&#39;s Eastern Conference Championship at Chicago against the Fire. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake invites its fans to Rio Tinto Stadium's 2nd-floor "Club Real" presented by Budweiser this Saturday evening for a watch party in conjunction with the team's Eastern Conference Championship at Chicago against the Fire. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL's never-give-up attitude pays off]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091106&amp;content_id=7630264&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:42:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091106&amp;content_id=7630264&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake refused to panic and got goals from Javier Morales, Robbie Findley and Andy Williams for a 3-2 win and the series victory 4-2 on aggregate.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake refused to panic and got goals from Javier Morales, Robbie Findley and Andy Williams for a 3-2 win and the series victory 4-2 on aggregate.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL shocks Crew, takes series on aggregate]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091105&amp;content_id=7630000&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:39:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091105&amp;content_id=7630000&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake scored the final three goals to overcome a 2-0 deficit and defeat the Columbus Crew 3-2 on Thursday at Crew Stadium, winning their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series 4-2 on aggregate.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake scored the final three goals to overcome a 2-0 deficit and defeat the Columbus Crew 3-2 on Thursday at Crew Stadium, winning their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series 4-2 on aggregate.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake ready to end road woes]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091104&amp;content_id=7618812&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:25:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091104&amp;content_id=7618812&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[In notching a 1-0 victory during the first leg of their two-game series with Columbus, Real Salt Lake did what they needed to do.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[In notching a 1-0 victory during the first leg of their two-game series with Columbus, Real Salt Lake did what they needed to do.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Game Preview:  Déjà Vu All Over Again]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091104&amp;content_id=7616624&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:43:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091104&amp;content_id=7616624&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[For the second consecutive season, RSL carries a 1-0 aggregate goal lead into the road leg of an MLS Cup Semifinal series, once again due to late heroics at Rio Tinto Stadium.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[For the second consecutive season, RSL carries a 1-0 aggregate goal lead into the road leg of an MLS Cup Semifinal series, once again due to late heroics at Rio Tinto Stadium.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Movsisyan, again, brings late-game magic]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091102&amp;content_id=7606470&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:11:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091102&amp;content_id=7606470&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[It seemed fitting that Yura Movsisyan would be heavily involved in a dramatic game-winning goal in his final game at Rio Tinto Stadium.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[It seemed fitting that Yura Movsisyan would be heavily involved in a dramatic game-winning goal in his final game at Rio Tinto Stadium.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL overcomes stubborn Crew defense]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091031&amp;content_id=7589616&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 23:06:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091031&amp;content_id=7589616&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Defense set the tone for 90 minutes when Real Salt Lake and the Columbus Crew squared off in the first leg of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series on Saturday afternoon. Of course, that is not the way RSL would have preferred to have things play out.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Defense set the tone for 90 minutes when Real Salt Lake and the Columbus Crew squared off in the first leg of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series on Saturday afternoon. Of course, that is not the way RSL would have preferred to have things play out.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake's win puts Crew on ropes]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091031&amp;content_id=7588918&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:36:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091031&amp;content_id=7588918&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake needed a goal in the worst way to avoid a scoreless draw on their home field. Robbie Findley delivered at the 11th hour, sending in the game&#39;s only goal to lift RSL to a 1-0 victory against the Crew.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake needed a goal in the worst way to avoid a scoreless draw on their home field. Robbie Findley delivered at the 11th hour, sending in the game's only goal to lift RSL to a 1-0 victory against the Crew.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake serious about MLS Cup bid]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091030&amp;content_id=7583078&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:39:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091030&amp;content_id=7583078&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[RSL isn&#39;t apologetic about drawing the envy and complaints of other teams in the league. The Claret-and-Cobalt are not just happy to simply be playing the No. 1 seed Columbus Crew this week and next. RSL has much bigger aspirations in play than simply making a postseason appearance.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[RSL isn't apologetic about drawing the envy and complaints of other teams in the league. The Claret-and-Cobalt are not just happy to simply be playing the No. 1 seed Columbus Crew this week and next. RSL has much bigger aspirations in play than simply making a postseason appearance.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[It's Real - East Semifinal, Leg One]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091030&amp;content_id=7581850&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:54:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091030&amp;content_id=7581850&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will begin its second consecutive trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs this Saturday, October 31, when the Claret-and-Cobalt will host the defending MLS Cup Champion Columbus Crew in Leg One of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will begin its second consecutive trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs this Saturday, October 31, when the Claret-and-Cobalt will host the defending MLS Cup Champion Columbus Crew in Leg One of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL sees real home advantage in semifinals]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091029&amp;content_id=7573298&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:15:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091029&amp;content_id=7573298&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Starting off the first leg of a two-game playoff series against the Columbus Crew at home could be a welcome prospect for Real Salt Lake.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Starting off the first leg of a two-game playoff series against the Columbus Crew at home could be a welcome prospect for Real Salt Lake.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update:  It's Real.  The 2009 Playoffs]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091028&amp;content_id=7564870&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:36:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091028&amp;content_id=7564870&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[After qualifying for the postseason on the final weekend of the regular season, Real Salt Lake will begin its second consecutive trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs this Saturday, October 31.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[After qualifying for the postseason on the final weekend of the regular season, Real Salt Lake will begin its second consecutive trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs this Saturday, October 31.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL FW Robbie Findley Wins MLS Player Of The Week ]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091027&amp;content_id=7559320&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:20:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091027&amp;content_id=7559320&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake forward Robbie Findley was voted Major League Soccer&#39;s Player of the Week for Week 32, the final week of the League&#39;s 2009 regular season. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake forward Robbie Findley was voted Major League Soccer's Player of the Week for Week 32, the final week of the League's 2009 regular season. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[It's Real - The Eastern Conference Playoffs]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091025&amp;content_id=7542336&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:39:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091025&amp;content_id=7542336&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[It&#39;s Real.  Real Salt Lake did their part to secure a spot in the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs and got a little help from around the league.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[It's Real.  Real Salt Lake did their part to secure a spot in the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs and got a little help from around the league.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Deja vu: RSL top Colorado to clinch postseason berth]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091025&amp;content_id=7542994&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:20:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091025&amp;content_id=7542994&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[For the second consecutive season, Salt Lake got a positive result against Colorado at the time it needed such a result the most.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[For the second consecutive season, Salt Lake got a positive result against Colorado at the time it needed such a result the most.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL defeats Rapids in regular season closer]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091024&amp;content_id=7542250&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:23:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091024&amp;content_id=7542250&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Amid all complicated scenarios that could guarantee Real Salt Lake a return trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs, one constant stood out. RSL needed to win their regular season finale against the Colorado Rapids or face elimination.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Amid all complicated scenarios that could guarantee Real Salt Lake a return trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs, one constant stood out. RSL needed to win their regular season finale against the Colorado Rapids or face elimination.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Maximum points at premium for RSL]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091023&amp;content_id=7535072&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:03:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091023&amp;content_id=7535072&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real will both need a victory against Colorado and help with more favorable results in other MLS games in order to clinch a playoff spot. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real will both need a victory against Colorado and help with more favorable results in other MLS games in order to clinch a playoff spot. ]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Game Preview:  Rocky Mountain Rivals]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091022&amp;content_id=7527440&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:44:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091022&amp;content_id=7527440&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[For the second consecutive season, the playoff futures of Real Salt Lake and the Colorado Rapids will come down a last-day meeting, this year at Rio Tinto Stadium.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[For the second consecutive season, the playoff futures of Real Salt Lake and the Colorado Rapids will come down a last-day meeting, this year at Rio Tinto Stadium.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update:  Protect the Cup]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091021&amp;content_id=7514964&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:53:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091021&amp;content_id=7514964&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[It&#39;s d&eacute;j&agrave; vu all over again for Real Salt Lake, as the Utah side will conclude its 2009 MLS regular season slate this Saturday, October 24, against the archrival Colorado Rapids, with both teams again attempting to claim a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs on their final matchday of the season. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[It's déjà vu all over again for Real Salt Lake, as the Utah side will conclude its 2009 MLS regular season slate this Saturday, October 24, against the archrival Colorado Rapids, with both teams again attempting to claim a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs on their final matchday of the season. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Claret-and-Cobalt lose control of destiny]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091017&amp;content_id=7482676&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 21:13:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091017&amp;content_id=7482676&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[In a brief second on Saturday afternoon at BMO Field in Toronto, the postseason fate of Real Salt Lake appeared to evaporate in the blink of an eye.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[In a brief second on Saturday afternoon at BMO Field in Toronto, the postseason fate of Real Salt Lake appeared to evaporate in the blink of an eye.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Peter Mallett</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Loss puts RSL on brink of elimination]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091017&amp;content_id=7481472&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:38:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091017&amp;content_id=7481472&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[An early second-half goal by Toronto FC&#39;s Jim Brennan intensified the MLS playoff race as the hometown Reds dealt Real Salt Lake&#39;s postseason hopes a serious blow Saturday with a 1-0 loss at BMO Field.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[An early second-half goal by Toronto FC's Jim Brennan intensified the MLS playoff race as the hometown Reds dealt Real Salt Lake's postseason hopes a serious blow Saturday with a 1-0 loss at BMO Field.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Peter Mallett</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake look to keep momentum]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091016&amp;content_id=7471250&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:48:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091016&amp;content_id=7471250&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake stayed on track in their playoff quest by claiming the first of what the team hopes will be three straight wins. The Claret-and-Cobalt know it won&#39;t mean a lot if they can&#39;t keep the momentum going when they take on TFC.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake stayed on track in their playoff quest by claiming the first of what the team hopes will be three straight wins. The Claret-and-Cobalt know it won't mean a lot if they can't keep the momentum going when they take on TFC.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL breaks lifelong hex with win]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091015&amp;content_id=7459426&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:52:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091015&amp;content_id=7459426&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[A jinx that has hounded RSL since its inaugural MLS campaign finally came to an end in convincing fashion. But Real&#39;s 2-0 victory against the Red Bulls was not merely about finally getting a win over their longtime nemesis. It was the significance of that victory that captured the attention of RSL above all else.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[A jinx that has hounded RSL since its inaugural MLS campaign finally came to an end in convincing fashion. But Real's 2-0 victory against the Red Bulls was not merely about finally getting a win over their longtime nemesis. It was the significance of that victory that captured the attention of RSL above all else.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake bolster playoff hopes with victory]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091015&amp;content_id=7458926&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:41:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091015&amp;content_id=7458926&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[The New York Red Bulls hoped to play the familiar role of spoiler in their latest matchup with Real Salt Lake. But RSL veteran Andy Williams made certain his team&#39;s postseason plans did not get spoiled.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The New York Red Bulls hoped to play the familiar role of spoiler in their latest matchup with Real Salt Lake. But RSL veteran Andy Williams made certain his team's postseason plans did not get spoiled.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Game Preview:  RSL Head North of the Border]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091016&amp;content_id=7469272&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:27:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091016&amp;content_id=7469272&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[For Toronto FC and Real Salt Lake, the playoffs will likely truly kick off on Saturday at BMO Field. The winner of the match will keep alive their bid for the MLS Cup Playoffs.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[For Toronto FC and Real Salt Lake, the playoffs will likely truly kick off on Saturday at BMO Field. The winner of the match will keep alive their bid for the MLS Cup Playoffs.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Salt Lake seeks first win over Red Bulls]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091013&amp;content_id=7449556&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:32:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091013&amp;content_id=7449556&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[One team has remained a constant thorn in the side of Real Salt Lake since the MLS club came into existence a few years ago: The New York Red Bulls.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[One team has remained a constant thorn in the side of Real Salt Lake since the MLS club came into existence a few years ago: The New York Red Bulls.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake show spark in friendly]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091008&amp;content_id=7392556&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:03:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091008&amp;content_id=7392556&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[There are plenty of positives for Real Salt Lake to glean from their final exhibition match of the season.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[There are plenty of positives for Real Salt Lake to glean from their final exhibition match of the season.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL draw with CD Guadalajara in fierce friendly]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091007&amp;content_id=7391864&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:13:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091007&amp;content_id=7391864&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Getting a positive result from a late-season friendly with Chivas de Guadalajara became the primary mission of RSL. A dominant first-half performance lifted them to a 1-1 draw against the legendary Mexican club.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Getting a positive result from a late-season friendly with Chivas de Guadalajara became the primary mission of RSL. A dominant first-half performance lifted them to a 1-1 draw against the legendary Mexican club.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Game Preview:  RSL Ready for Red Bulls]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091013&amp;content_id=7447818&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:19:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091013&amp;content_id=7447818&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will end its club-record 18-day break from League action tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14, when the New York Red Bulls will return to Sandy for the first time since claiming the 2008 Western Conference Championship last November. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will end its club-record 18-day break from League action tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14, when the New York Red Bulls will return to Sandy for the first time since claiming the 2008 Western Conference Championship last November. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL sees more than friendly with CD Guadalajara]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091006&amp;content_id=7368068&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:57:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091006&amp;content_id=7368068&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[More than national pride is at stake for Real Salt Lake as they faces Mexican club Chivas de Guadalajara in a rare late-season friendly Wednesday.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[More than national pride is at stake for Real Salt Lake as they faces Mexican club Chivas de Guadalajara in a rare late-season friendly Wednesday.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL going back to basics for friendlies]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091001&amp;content_id=7270786&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:40:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091001&amp;content_id=7270786&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Faced with an extended late-season layoff until their next MLS game in two weeks, Real Salt Lake have gone back to square one in training sessions this week.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Faced with an extended late-season layoff until their next MLS game in two weeks, Real Salt Lake have gone back to square one in training sessions this week.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Kreis bemoans RSL's lack of fight]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090927&amp;content_id=7185394&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2009 01:38:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090927&amp;content_id=7185394&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Last week in Houston, Real Salt Lake found themselves down 2-0 early to the two-time MLS Cup champions. RSL dug deep, fought hard and ended up losing 3-2.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Last week in Houston, Real Salt Lake found themselves down 2-0 early to the two-time MLS Cup champions. RSL dug deep, fought hard and ended up losing 3-2.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Steve Hunt</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update: Return to Action Next Wednesday]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091008&amp;content_id=7396222&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:48:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20091008&amp;content_id=7396222&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will end its club-record 18-day break from League action in one week&#39;s time next Wednesday, October 14, when the New York Red Bulls will return to Sandy for the first time since claiming the 2008 Western Conference Championship last November. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will end its club-record 18-day break from League action in one week's time next Wednesday, October 14, when the New York Red Bulls will return to Sandy for the first time since claiming the 2008 Western Conference Championship last November. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake stumble in Dallas]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090926&amp;content_id=7180236&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2009 22:44:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090926&amp;content_id=7180236&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[FC Dallas got two goals from Jeff Cunningham and two assists from Dave van den Bergh for a 3-0 win against Real Salt Lake at Pizza Hut Park. David Ferreira added a goal and an assist for FCD, now 5-1-0 in their last six matches at home and 7-0-0 all-time at home against RSL.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[FC Dallas got two goals from Jeff Cunningham and two assists from Dave van den Bergh for a 3-0 win against Real Salt Lake at Pizza Hut Park. David Ferreira added a goal and an assist for FCD, now 5-1-0 in their last six matches at home and 7-0-0 all-time at home against RSL.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Steve Hunt</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Kreis confident RSL can rise to occasion]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090925&amp;content_id=7149644&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:37:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090925&amp;content_id=7149644&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake returns to Texas for the second consecutive weekend, looking to stop former RSL forward Jeff Cunningham and FC Dallas.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake returns to Texas for the second consecutive weekend, looking to stop former RSL forward Jeff Cunningham and FC Dallas.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[FCD, RSL keep wild card within sight]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090925&amp;content_id=7155076&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:38:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090925&amp;content_id=7155076&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[A vital game for the hopes of both teams in securing berths in the MLS Cup Playoffs is ahead as FC Dallas takes on Real Salt Lake at Pizza Hut Park. Real come into the match two points out of the final wild card spot, tied with two other teams for ninth place overall.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[A vital game for the hopes of both teams in securing berths in the MLS Cup Playoffs is ahead as FC Dallas takes on Real Salt Lake at Pizza Hut Park. Real come into the match two points out of the final wild card spot, tied with two other teams for ninth place overall.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update: No Time for Rest]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090929&amp;content_id=7225208&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:06:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090929&amp;content_id=7225208&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[A bye week won&#39;t mean a week off for Real Salt Lake, which will stay sharp during its 18-day break from MLS play this Friday, Oct. 2, with an exhibition against the BYU Cougars in Provo.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[A bye week won't mean a week off for Real Salt Lake, which will stay sharp during its 18-day break from MLS play this Friday, Oct. 2, with an exhibition against the BYU Cougars in Provo.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL In the Community: Sept. 26 - Oct. 1]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090925&amp;content_id=7156148&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:14:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090925&amp;content_id=7156148&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[A bye week will give RSL players and coaches plenty of time to hit up seven scheduled appearances across the Wasatch Front next week.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[A bye week will give RSL players and coaches plenty of time to hit up seven scheduled appearances across the Wasatch Front next week.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Rally fuels RSL's hopes down the stretch]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090923&amp;content_id=7114396&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:38:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090923&amp;content_id=7114396&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[The Claret-and-Cobalt feel like they found a template in the rally that will show them how to generate more success as the season winds down.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Claret-and-Cobalt feel like they found a template in the rally that will show them how to generate more success as the season winds down.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update:  Texas Two-Step, Part 2]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090922&amp;content_id=7093436&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:26:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090922&amp;content_id=7093436&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will continue its &quot;Texas Two-Step&quot; road trip with the hopes of improving its positioning for a postseason berth this Saturday, Sept. 26, when the Claret-and-Cobalt will return to the Lone Star State to square off against FC Dallas.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will continue its "Texas Two-Step" road trip with the hopes of improving its positioning for a postseason berth this Saturday, Sept. 26, when the Claret-and-Cobalt will return to the Lone Star State to square off against FC Dallas.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL stay positive despite loss in Houston]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090920&amp;content_id=7058018&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2009 01:22:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090920&amp;content_id=7058018&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake had every reason to be upset after dropping a 3-2 heartbreaker to the Houston Dynamo on Saturday night at Robertson Stadium.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake had every reason to be upset after dropping a 3-2 heartbreaker to the Houston Dynamo on Saturday night at Robertson Stadium.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Jeremy Rakes</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL rally not enough in Houston]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090919&amp;content_id=7056142&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2009 23:14:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090919&amp;content_id=7056142&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[After going behind by two goals after just five minutes and playing most of the game down a man, RSL tied the game on a Yura Movsisyan goal in the 61st minute only to see Houston&#39;s Brad Davis break RSL&#39;s hearts.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[After going behind by two goals after just five minutes and playing most of the game down a man, RSL tied the game on a Yura Movsisyan goal in the 61st minute only to see Houston's Brad Davis break RSL's hearts.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Jeremy Rakes</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake not lacking confidence]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090918&amp;content_id=7032744&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:05:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090918&amp;content_id=7032744&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Both teams have tons to gain when Real Salt Lake square off with the Houston Dynamo at Robertson Stadium this weekend. For the Dynamo, a victory against RSL can put them a step closer to capturing the Supporters&#39; Shield, given to the MLS side with the best regular season record. For RSL, the stakes are even higher.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Both teams have tons to gain when Real Salt Lake square off with the Houston Dynamo at Robertson Stadium this weekend. For the Dynamo, a victory against RSL can put them a step closer to capturing the Supporters' Shield, given to the MLS side with the best regular season record. For RSL, the stakes are even higher.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL Looks to Gain Ground on Houston]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090917&amp;content_id=7021788&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:20:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090917&amp;content_id=7021788&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will spend the first of two straight weekends in The Lone Star State, this time to take on the Western Conference-leading Houston Dynamo.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Real Salt Lake will spend the first of two straight weekends in The Lone Star State, this time to take on the Western Conference-leading Houston Dynamo.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[RSL coping with long injury list]]></title><link>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090916&amp;content_id=7005110&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:53:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://real.saltlake.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20090916&amp;content_id=7005110&amp;vkey=news_rsl&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t121</guid><description><![CDATA[Fighting off the injury bug seems to be a rite of passage for most soccer teams during the course of a season. For Real Salt Lake, a recent spate of injuries to key players seems more frustrating than it normally would be simply because of the timing of it all.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Fighting off the injury bug seems to be a rite of passage for most soccer teams during the course of a season. For Real Salt Lake, a recent spate of injuries to key players seems more frustrating than it normally would be simply because of the timing of it all.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>John Coon</dc:creator>
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