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Real Salt Lake's youth movement takes flight in 2026 | MLSSoccer.com

Real Salt Lake relies on a cohort of young scorers, with Solans, Luna, Gozo, and Hezarkhani each contributing multiple goals.
The club leans on youth after a preseason trip to Lagos, Portugal, and strong early results (16 points in 10 games).
Mastroeni says the team simplified tactics so younger players understand the plan like ‘a six-year-old,’ boosting adoption.
A clear, mapped approach on and off the pitch helped players grasp their roles faster.
Veteran presence was added to support the emerging talents, with Guilavogui, Sanabria, and Engel joining the squad.
The approach aims for a balance of development and immediate impact on first-team performance.
Andrés Gómez’s improvement since 2023 is highlighted as a model for player progression within the club.
The club emphasizes personal care and life support for young players moving away from home.
The team’s early success has drawn attention to RSL’s academy as among MLS’ best.
The article credits club alignment from top to bottom for the smooth integration of youth into the first team.

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