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Real Salt Lake (RSL) travels to Saint Paul, Minnesota, aiming to extend their winning momentum as they face a key Western Conference game against Minnesota United this Saturday. Positioned third with 25 points, RSL hopes to capitalize before the approaching World Cup hiatus. Celebrating a recent 2-1 triumph over Colorado Rapids, the team banks on its talented duo, Sergi Solans and Zavier Gozo, both leading with six goals. Coach Pablo Mastroeni highlights Gozo's exceptional prowess, saying, "He's a unicorn. His speed and stamina across the 90 minutes are exceptional." Despite RSL's formidable home record of 7-1-0, their performance on road holds an opportunity for growth with a modest 1-3-1 record. Forward Aiden Hezarkhani stresses the necessity of securing a win, especially with the impending World Cup pause. On the other hand, Minnesota United finds itself in a shared sixth place in the standings, locked in a three-team tie with Houston and Los Angeles FC. Despite a commendable unbeaten five-game streak last season against RSL, Minnesota currently battles a three-game winless record. The Loons' recent 2-1 defeat by New England highlights their struggle; despite leveling through Kelvin Yeboah's penalty, Luca Langoni's strike sealed their fate. Nonetheless, coach Cameron Knowles remains optimistic, commending his squad's first-half season progress, saying, "We've shown significant growth. We've had good performances without desired results, but I'm confident in ending on a high note." Both teams are eager to clinch a favorable outcome as part of their respective strategies leading into the World Cup break.