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. After a 1-0 win over Vancouver earned RSL its third straight victory and second straight shutout, the Claret-and-Cobalt climbed to No. 1 in the MLSsoccer.com rankings. At 4-0-2 RSL is the lone unbeaten in MLS and the rankings reflect that. Let’s take a look at the thoughts from ESPNFC.com and SI.com as well.
MLSsoccer.com – 1
“They have some of the most exciting players in the league with Joao Plata and Burrito, but what's really put this team on top of the standings is a defense that has conceded just one goal in their past three games.