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Power Rankings: Defense Holds Steady for RSL

Each week we take a look at how the experts view Real Salt Lake in relation to the rest of the league with their weekly power rankings.  A scoreless draw against league-leading FC Dallas left the pundits mixed in their reactions, as RSL shutout the second-highest scoring team in the Western Conference for the second consecutive match.  Here is a look at the latest rankings.


MLSsoccer.com – 7
“Have failed to score in their last three games. The good news is that their defense has only conceded two goals.”


ESPNFC.com - 8
“Jeff Cassar's team fought to a good draw against league leaders FCD, but there is a troubling lack of goals; RSL have now gone three games without scoring.”


SI.com – 9
“A 0-0 draw against FC Dallas makes it three games in a row that RSL has been shut out, a worrying trend for a team looking to avoid having to play a one-off knockout game away from home in the playoffs. Right now, it’s looking likely that RSL will play a first-round game against Kansas City in an MLS Cup 2013 rematch.”


Do you agree with the Claret-and-Cobalt’s spot in the rankings this week?  Give your views in the comments section below.