Match Summary
San Diego defeated San Jose Earthquakes 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Martinez 72′, M. Ingvartsen 81′, A. Dreyer 84′. 5 yellow cards were shown. San Jose Earthquakes had 44% possession while San Diego held 56%. San Jose Earthquakes had 16 shots (4 on target) compared to 5 (3 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: San Jose Earthquakes 1.44 — San Diego 0.66. San Jose Earthquakes made 5 substitutions, San Diego made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between San Jose Earthquakes and San Diego — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: F. Negri
Match Statistics
San Jose Earthquakes had 44% possession against San Diego's 56%. San Jose Earthquakes registered 16 shots (4 on target) while San Diego managed 5 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 11–14.
Lineups
San Jose Earthquakes lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under Bruce Arena, while San Diego deployed a 4-3-3 under Michael Anthony Varas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Jose Earthquakes is 7.12, compared to 7.04 for San Diego. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. San Jose Earthquakes's highest-rated starter is C. Arango (7.32), while San Diego's best-rated player is J. Tverskov (7.55).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Jose Earthquakes have contributed 14 goals and 9 assists this season, led by C. Arango (13G). San Diego's starters account for 14 goals and 22 assists, spearheaded by O. Valakari (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
San Jose Earthquakes deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 7.05. 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
San Jose Earthquakes field 4 midfielders averaging 6.92, versus San Diego's 3 rated 7.27. 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
San Jose Earthquakes start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.32, compared to 3 for San Diego averaging 6.70. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for San Jose Earthquakes and 64% for San Diego. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
San Jose Earthquakes's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 37 for San Diego. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of San Jose Earthquakes's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: D. Jones (28), oldest: C. Arango (30)), while San Diego average 24.5 (youngest: A. Harangi (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
San Jose Earthquakes's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 24 for San Diego. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Jose Earthquakes have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. San Diego show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
San Jose Earthquakes and San Diego have met 1 times — San Jose Earthquakes won 1, San Diego won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Jose Earthquakes leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026