Real Salt Lake have an opportunity to climb back to a playoff spot in the MLS Western Conference as they host struggling Austin FC on Saturday.Real Salt Lake are winless in their last three matches as they take on an inconsistent Austin FC at the Rio Tinto Stadium. Freddy Juarez's side has conceded back-to-back losses against Los Angeles Galaxy and Portland Timbers in their latest outings.Their last win came on the 25th of July against Colorado Rapids. Despite their dip in form in recent weeks, Salt Lake have improved on their 2020 campaign. They have shown a lot of steel and determination so far this term. But they still lack that X-factor which could help them convert cagey affairs into victories.Real Salt Lake have looked comfortable at home and will be hoping to take the game to Austin FC. The Verde-and-Black have huffed and puffed through the first half of the season. Their position in the Western Conference standings is not an accurate reflection of their talents.If Austin FC were clinical in the final third, they'd be sitting in a much more comfortable position. Josh Wolff's side are winless in their last seven away games and their form on the road is a major cause for concern as they take on Salt Lake.A win will see Real Salt Lake overtake LAFC and move into the final playoff spot in the Western Conference. A win for the 12th-placed Austin FC will see them move to within four points of the final playoff spot. Needless to say, there is a lot at stake as the two sides lock horns on Saturday.Real Salt Lake vs Austin FC Head-to-HeadMoments thus far that Austin will never forget.— Austin FC (@AustinFC) August 12, 2021This will be the first meeting between Real Salt Lake and Austin FC.Real Salt Lake form guide: D-W-D-L-LAustin FC form guide: L-L-L-W-LReal Salt Lake vs Austin FC Team NewsReal Salt LakeDavid Ochoa, Zack Farnsworth and Andrew Brody are all sidelined with injuries. Justen Glad will be suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards.Injuries: David Ochoa, Zack Farnsworth, Andrew BrodyDoubtful: NoneSuspensions: Justen GladAustin FCMcKinze Gaines, Danny Hoesen, Ulises Segura, Aaron Schoenfeld and Ben Sweat are all unavailable for Austin FC. All five players are injured.Injuries: McKinze Gaines, Danny Hoesen, Ulises Segura, Aaron Schoenfeld and Ben SweatDoubtful: NoneSuspensions: NoneReal Salt Lake vs Austin FC Predicted LineupsCounting down the days to August 25 🌟— Real Salt Lake (@realsaltlake) August 10, 2021Real Salt Lake Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Zac MacMath; Donny Toia, Marcelo Silva, Toni Datkovic, Aaron Herrera; Nick Besler, Damir Kreilach; Albert Rusnak, Justin Meram, Anderson Julio; Bobby WoodAustin FC Predicted XI (5-3-2): Brad Stuver; Aedan Stanley, Matt Besler, Julio Cascante, Jhohan Romana, Hector Jimenez; Sebastian Berhalter, Alexander Ring, Daniel Pereira; Manny Perez, Diego FagundezReal Salt Lake vs Austin FC PredictionReal Salt Lake have showcased good form at home. Austin FC have been woeful on the road. The hosts should have the last laugh here.Prediction: Real Salt Lake 2-1 Austin FCAlso read: Fabrizio Romano's Transfer Roundup: Neymar's role in Lionel Messi's transfer to PSG, Chelsea's transfer plans and more