Our Predictions
Both teams have similar points and recent form; a draw seems likely, with both scoring, and a lively game given the odds for over goals.
San Jose’s recent form suggests they can nick this away trip, especially if both teams attack. Goals seem probable with their offensive potential.
FC Dallas might edge a tight contest at home but could opt for a cautious approach, leading to fewer goals and a low-scoring game.
Welcome to Extratips! Tonight's MLS clash saw the San Jose Earthquakes pull off a thrilling 4-2 away victory against Dallas, defying early predictions of a tight home win. Key moments included Musa opening the scoring for Dallas at 30 minutes, only for the Earthquakes to hit back with two quick goals after halftime, including a standout shot from Josef Martinez that put them ahead. The game then turned into a rollercoaster, with Dallas leveling at 68’, but San Jose sealed it late with two more strikes. The visitors' attackers played a critical role, especially their clinical finishing and quick counterattacks, which upset the expected field. Interestingly, pre-match forecasts spotted Dallas as the favorite, with odds favoring a tight, low-scoring game, yet the result blew that idea apart, showing how predictions sometimes miss the mark. Historically, San Jose has struggled to beat Dallas away, making this win a significant statement. What’s next? The Earthquakes could use this boost to climb the table, while Dallas faces tough questions about defensive consistency. Two talking points: the resilience of San Jose's attacking line, and Dallas’s defensive lapses that cost them. Overall, a match full of surprises and goals, tipping the scales even further in this lively MLS race.