San Diego FC - San Jose Earthquakes

San Diego FC enter this matchday 24 encounter at Snapdragon Stadium looking to regain their momentum after a narrow defeat to Orlando City on 5 September 2026. Their recent form has been defined by a mix of clinical home victories, such as their 3-1 win over LA Galaxy, contrasted with inconsistent results on the road. Meanwhile, the San Jose Earthquakes arrive following a difficult run of results, including a 1-1 draw against Austin FC on 6 September 2026. Struggling to find a rhythm, the visitors will be without the injured Timo Werner as they attempt to stabilize their campaign.

The two sides meet again after a history that includes a 3-0 victory for San Jose on 5 April 2026. With Marcus Ingvartsen sidelined for the hosts, the expected XI for San Diego FC features Elias Achouri and Anders Dreyer, while San Jose will look to Angus Gunn and Ousseni Bouda to shift their fortunes. As both teams navigate the final stages of the season, this collision serves as a critical test of their respective resolve.