Real Salt Lake's sophomore season began much the way the rookie campaign ended. The team recorded five losses and one tie in the first six matches of the season. Overall, RSL had gone 18 consecutive matches without a victory – the longest winless streak in MLS history. But despite hitting rock-bottom, the team responded positively. On May 13, RSL routed LA Galaxy 3–0, with two goals scored by newly acquired forward Jeff Cunningham. It was the first road victory in team history. A three-game homestand produced two wins and a tie, and suddenly Real looked like a playoff contender.
