Match Summary
FC Cincinnati defeated San Jose Earthquakes 6:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2022. Goals were scored by Á. Barreal 44′, Brenner 47′, L. Acosta 71′ (pen.), Y. Kubo 77′, Brenner 90′, Brenner 90′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. FC Cincinnati had 48% possession while San Jose Earthquakes held 52%. FC Cincinnati had 20 shots (10 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for San Jose Earthquakes. FC Cincinnati made 5 substitutions, San Jose Earthquakes made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Luciano Acosta 68′).
Match Events
Key match events between FC Cincinnati and San Jose Earthquakes — 6 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: L. Acosta
assist: B. Vázquez
Penalty
assist: Brenner
Penalty
Match Statistics
FC Cincinnati had 48% possession against San Jose Earthquakes's 52%. FC Cincinnati registered 20 shots (10 on target) while San Jose Earthquakes managed 9 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 14–11.
Lineups
FC Cincinnati lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under P. Noonan, while San Jose Earthquakes deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Alex Covelo.
Defensive Solidity
FC Cincinnati deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against San Jose Earthquakes's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
FC Cincinnati field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus San Jose Earthquakes's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
FC Cincinnati start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for San Jose Earthquakes averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of FC Cincinnati's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while San Jose Earthquakes average 28.4 (youngest: J. Marcinkowski (28), oldest: T. Thompson (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Cincinnati have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. San Jose Earthquakes show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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