Tigres UANL and Real Salt Lake drew 1–1 in a Leagues Cup group-stage encounter that saw the Mexican side control proceedings with 56 per cent possession and 12 shots, though their 1.36 expected goals underscored modest finishing efficiency. Tigres' goalkeeper made a strong impression, saving at 83.33 per cent from six shots on target faced. Real Salt Lake, operating in a 3–4–2–1 shape, proved dangerous on the counter, generating 16 shots despite holding just 44 per cent possession; Pablo Ruiz's goal proved the difference in their attacking threat, though they managed only 1.24 xG from their efforts. The visitors' goalkeeper faced fewer attempts but recorded a 66.67 save percentage. Referee Selvin Brown oversaw a competitive but balanced contest in which neither side could impose their tactical blueprint decisively. Both teams will view a point as a modest return given their respective dominance metrics.