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Real Salt Lake acquire Brazilian striker Rwan Cruz

Real Salt Lake acquired striker Rwan Cruz on loan Friday from Brazilian Serie A squad Botafogo. The 24-year-old Brazilian will occupy a designated player spot and the loan runs through June 2026.

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Braian Ojeda scores late for Real Salt Lake win over Earthquakes

Braian Ojeda's 81st-minute goal gave Real Salt Lake a 2-1 win over the visiting San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday night in Sandy, Utah. Josef Martinez had put San Jose ahead in the 51st minute, but an own goal from Jamar Ricketts allowed Salt Lake to equalize in the 57th minute.

Why Is IShowSpeed Participating In the 2025 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge Alongside Dempsey & Diego Luna?

One of the world’s most famous streamers, IShowSpeed, will participate in the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge alongside former USMNT star Clint Dempsey and 2025 Gold Cup sensation Diego Luna.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Diego Luna Wants Cristiano Ronaldo To Rival Lionel Messi In MLS

Diego Luna was selected for the MLS All-Star Game for the second straight year—and now he wants Cristiano Ronaldo to join Major League Soccer. In an interview with Bleacher Report, the Real Salt Lake star revealed he’d love to see Ronaldo playing in the league.

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Diego Luna’s Powerful Words for James Rodriguez Go Viral Before All-Star Match'

All-Star Week is here—and the biggest stars from Liga MX are set to face off against MLS’s best. In the past, the Mexican domestic league featured top talent, but now it boasts a “Real Madrid 2.0” vibe, with James Rodríguez and Sergio Ramos reuniting on the pitch.

Diego Luna News / Athlon Sports / July 22

'Shouldn't Rely On Penalties to Win' – Diego Luna Reacts to USMNT’s Handball Controversy in Gold Cup Exit

Diego Luna became a breakout star after scoring three goals in two consecutive knockout matches, helping the USMNT reach the Gold Cup final against Mexico.

'That's a Problem'- Lalas Questions Tyler Adams' USMNT Future

Although the 2026 World Cup Final is a year away, fans of many national teams are already thinking about how their team should line up during the tournament next summer.

Real Salt Lake ready to hand Timbers rare home loss

Real Salt Lake will try to extend a modest four-match unbeaten streak on Wednesday night when they visit a Portland Timbers side that hasn't lost at home since the season's opening weekend.

Diego Luna Transfer Update: USMNT Star Could Face Mbappe Next Season

USMNT star Diego Luna may soon leave MLS behind, with a potential move to Spain on the horizon, which could see him play against Mbappe. The 21-year-old

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 8

Three players on the rise for U.S. Men's National Team

The U.S. Men's National Team finished its packed slate of summer fixtures July 7 with a hard-fought 2-1 loss to Mexico in the Concacaf Gold Cup final. The USMNT that played in the final — indeed, the USMNT that played all summer — was a young, inexperienced group missing virtually all of its key athletes.

Mexico, U.S. rule region and other key takeaways from 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup

Mexico defeats USMNT to claim 2025 Gold Cup title

Diego Luna's rise proves annual 'Camp Cupcake' still has plenty to offer USMNT

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Real Salt Lake extends Real Salt Lake's misery with narrow win

Noel Caliskan and Diogo Goncalves scored first-half goals Saturday night and Real Salt Lake held off visiting St. Louis City SC 3-2 in Sandy, Utah. RSL (6-10-4, 22 points) picked up a much-needed three points that moved it from 13th to 12th in the West table, just four points out of a playoff spot.

Diego Luna's Explosive Statement: Local talents Never Got Opportunities Before Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino took over as USMNT manager in September 2024, and ever since, he’s been testing not only the players based overseas but also local MLS talents like Diego Luna.

Diego Luna News / Yardbarker / July 5

Diego Luna's rise proves annual 'Camp Cupcake' still has plenty to offer USMNT

When the United States Men’s National Team beat Guatemala to clinch its place in the 2025 Gold Cup final, 21-year-old Real Salt Lake attacker Diego Luna was the man who made it happen.

Lionel Messi's brace helps Inter Miami in rout of CF Montreal

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Atlanta, D.C. United settle for draw to extend winless droughts

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Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 4

Heavy-home slate for Real Salt Lake begins against St. Louis City

A more home-friendly schedule in July has Real Salt Lake hoping it can scramble into playoff position. "Home games are always an opportunity that you have to grab full force, so we're buzzing about it," said defender Justen Glad.

What Is Diego Luna's Nationality, Ethnicity & Religion? Is He Mexican?

Diego Luna has become one of the top stars of the USMNT this summer at the Gold Cup and has put a strong case for himself to be part of the World Cup next year. Luna's creativity on the pitch has amazed U.S.

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Donovan Calls Out Olympic Coach After Diego Luna Brace

Diego Luna's performances for the USMNT at the Gold Cup this summer have fans in awe. One of the fans who enjoys watching Luna play for the national team is Landon Donovan.

Diego Luna's 2 goals lift USA past Guatemala into Gold Cup final

Diego Luna scored twice in the first 15 minutes and the U.S. men's national team held on for a 2-1 victory over Guatemala in St. Louis on Wednesday to advance to the final of the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 15

Real Salt Lake blanks D.C. United to end winless streak

Johnny Russell and Zavier Gozo scored in each half to give Real Salt Lake a 2-0 win over visiting D.C. United on Saturday in Sandy, Utah. The result ended Salt Lake's seven-match (0-4-3) winless streak.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 13

Short-handed Real Salt Lake takes aim at visiting DC United

Real Salt Lake will try to end their seven-match winless streak when they host D.C. United on Saturday in Sandy, Utah. Salt Lake (4-10-3, 15 points) is 0-4-3 with just five goals scored over its last seven matches and stands as one of the lowest-scoring clubs in MLS with only 16 goals in 17 regular-season matches.