MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 0, Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2 San Jose goes on the road to face Sporting Kansas City next Saturday
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes fell to Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2-0 on Saturday night at PayPal Park.
After a scoreless first half, San Jose began to turn up the heat in attack with two close attempts from forward Amahl Pellegrino. However, in the 74th minute, the visitors struck first blood when midfielder Alessandro Schöpf found the back of the net. Vancouver added an insurance goal in the 86th minute from Ali Ahmed to close the match.
The Quakes will now prepare for a road contest against Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, March 16. Kickoff from Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kansas, is set for 5:30 p.m. PT and will be broadcast globally on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, as well as on local radio via 810 The Spread AM (English) and 1370 KZSF AM (Spanish).
GAME NOTES
San Jose and Vancouver are celebrating their 50th anniversary in existence, as the first game in club history for both sides was a 2-1 Earthquakes win on May 5, 1974. As a tribute to that match in the North American Soccer League (NASL), both clubs wore special kits to honor their heritage tonight.
The Earthquakes now hold a 11-11-12 overall record against Whitecaps FC in MLS play and snapped a five-game undefeated streak in the series dating back to October of 2021 (3-0-2). At home, San Jose is 7-2-8 against Vancouver.
Defenders Bruno Wilson and Vitor Costa made their first MLS starts in tonight’s game, their first starts for the Quakes since joining the club last month.
The Quakes controlled possession (59.5%) and out-shot the Whitecaps (9-8) but could not avoid the clean sheet after sweeping the regular-season series over Vancouver last season and outscoring Vancouver 11-3 in their six previous contests overall in San Jose.
MATCH INFORMATION
San Jose Earthquakes 0 – 2 Vancouver Whitecaps FC Saturday, March 9, 2024 – PayPal Park; San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 16,045
Scoring Summary: VAN – Alessandro Schöpf (Ryan Gauld) 74’ VAN – Ali Ahmed (Ranko Veselinović) 86‘
Misconduct Summary: SJ – Bruno Wilson (caution) 62’ SJ – Preston Judd (caution) 73’ SJ – Alfredo Morales (caution) 80’ VAN – Fafa Picault (caution) 80’ SJ – Tommy Thompson (caution) 90+3’
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES: Daniel; Paul Marie (Tommy Thompson 86’), Bruno Wilson, Rodrigues, Vitor Costa; Carlos Gruezo (Benji Kikanović 77’), Jackson Yueill (C), Jack Skahan (Alfredo Morales 46’); Cristian Espinoza, Jeremy Ebobisse (Preston Judd 70’), Amahl Pellegrino(Ousseni Bouda 86’).
Substitutes not used:William Yarbrough (GK),Michael Baldisimo, Tanner Beason, Daniel Munie.
VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC: Yohei Takaoka; Javain Brown (Ryan Raposo 70‘), Mathias Laborda, Ranko Veselinović, Tristan Blackmon, Luís Martins (Ali Ahmed 63‘); Pedro Vite ( Alessandro Schöpf 71’), Andres Cubas, Ryan Gauld (C), Damir Kreilach (Fafa Picault 63’); Brian White (Sebastian Berhalter 82’) .
Substitutes not used: Isaac Boehmer (GK), Balal Halbouni, Levonte Johnson, Bjørn Utvik.
On a frustrating start to the 2024 season: “We are definitely frustrated. We are in a hole. We’re in a hole and the way to get out is to dig ourselves out. The group has the ability to beat anybody home or away. But we’re not getting there. … I have a lot of faith in our talent, as well as our potential talent. One of these goals can change the momentum of winning games and earning points.”
On the mindset to fight for better results: “We’ve got to create that competitive environment, and everyone’s got to be fighting. Like I said earlier, your best way is to commit, is double down on competing, and grab a spot. Even if it’s your best friend on the team, you have to grab a spot.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES MIDFIELDER ALFREDO MORALES
On the takeaways from tonight’s match: “We have a very good group for me honestly coming into this team; very good spirit and very good connections within the group. At the end of the day, that’s not enough. We have to perform on the pitch. I think we can see very good things, but at the end of the day it’s about results. This game today was there to take. I think we had too many mistakes with decision making, but that’s how it is. What matters is that you have to respond. There is always going to be adversity and tough moments especially in MLS and, in the course of a season. We need to have the vision to work and do more in times where you struggle. The best solution is when you focus on the basics and the simple things. I think this has to be the aim for us: to focus on your role and playing your part on positioning, and the simple my experience this is the way you get out of these situations.”
On shifting focus to the next game at Sporting Kansas City: “There is nothing we can do right now; we lost this game. There is the next game coming up and we have to prepare this week. We have to work harder every single day in training, and we have to go to Kansas and get those three points. Tonight, we made mistakes, and they punished us. We have to learn from that. We have to move forward. We come back on Monday, and we go all in.”
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Earthquakes Communications Contacts:
Ryan Maquiñana – Director, Communications rmaquinana@sjearthquakes.com C: 650.243.8523
Ryan Negrette – Coordinator, Communications rnegrette@sjearthquakes.com C: 408.489.8891
San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) shields the ball away from Austin FC Midfielder EMILIANO RIGONI (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) shields the ball away from Austin FC Midfielder EMILIANO RIGONI (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Midfielder ALEXANDER RING (8) heads the ball away from the goal in front of Austin FC Goalkeeper BRAD STUVER (1) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) celebrates his goal with San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30), San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) and San Jose Earthquakes Forward MATTHEW HOPPE (12) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Defender NICK LIMA (24) heads the ball in front of the goal during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper DANIEL (42) reaches for a cross above Austin FC Defender LEO VÄISÄNEN (15) on the field in front of the San Jose Ultra Supporter Section during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) battles for the ball against Austin FC Midfielder OWEN WOLFF (33) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Midfielder ALEXANDER RING (8) passes the ball away from pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward MATTHEW HOPPE (12) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Defender JON GALLAGHER (17) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) takes a shot during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Midfielder ALEXANDER RING (8) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) slide tackles Austin FC Midfielder ETHAN FINLAY (13) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Goalkeeper BRAD STUVER (1) leaps for a cross over San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Midfielder OWEN WOLFF (33) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Midfielder OWEN WOLFF (33) splits between San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) and a lunging San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) dribbles away from pressure from Austin FC Midfielder OWEN WOLFF (33) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaAustin FC Forward SEBASTIÁN DRIUSSI (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Austin FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: Oct. 21, 2023
MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 1, Austin FC 1 Quakes clinch Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs in front of sellout crowd
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes qualified for the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs for the first time in three years after drawing 1-1 with Austin FC on Saturday night at PayPal Park.
The Quakes opened the scoring in the 17th minute from forward Cristian Espinoza. A crucial interception from Jeremy Ebobisse set up Espinoza to fire his shot into the bottom corner. Austin would find the equalizer in the 32nd minute to finish the first half 1-1. The Quakes would outshoot their opponent 20 to four and hold onto the point to earn a playoff berth.
The Earthquakes will now prepare for their first playoff match against Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday, Oct. 25. Kickoff from Children’s Mercy Park is slated for 6:30 p.m. PT and will be streamed globally on MLS Season Pass (Apple TV), as well as on local radio via 810 AM The Spread (English) and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
GAME NOTES
The Earthquakes have qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2020.
The Earthquakes finish the 2023 MLS regular season with a 10-10-13 record (43 pts), sitting in ninth place in the 14-team Western Conference.
The Quakes now hold a 2-0-5 record against Austin FC, including a 1-0-2 record on the road. They have never lost to Austin FC in seven MLS matches.
Cristian Espinoza netted the first goal of the game for his 13th goal of the season. Espinoza now has 26 goal contributions (13g, 13a), contributing to 66.7% of the Earthquakes’ total goals this season (39). This percentage of involvement ranks first in club history and ties for first in the league this season. Espinoza is now also tied with teammate Jeremy Ebobisse for fourth most goals in club history.
Jeremy Ebobisse tallied his fourth assist of the season and 16th of his MLS career.
MATCH INFORMATION
San Jose Earthquakes 1 – 1 Austin FC Saturday, October 21, 2023 – PayPal Park; San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 18,000 (sellout) Man of the Match: Cristian Espinoza
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES: Daniel; Miguel Trauco (Paul Marie 57’), Jonathan Mensah, Rodrigues, Carlos Akapo; Jackson Yueill (C), Niko Tsakiris (Carlos Gruezo 57’), Matthew Hoppe; Cristian Espinoza, Jeremy Ebobisse (Tommy Thompson 88’), Cade Cowell (Jamiro Monteiro 57’).
Substitutes not used: Emi Ochoa (GK), Ayo Akinola, Tanner Beason, Judson, Jack Skahan.
On the team’s work tonight: “We are not over-celebrating anything. We were unlucky not to score, but I’m proud of my guys to push it and show a winning mentality and winning actions. Being over the [playoff] line is a great validation to the team, the staff, and the fans’ hard work and desire to get better. I see a lot of progress. We want to take it to the next step, and we have the opportunity. This is a league where there are always upsets in playoffs and we need to answer the question now of whether we want to be one of those teams.”
On the expectations vs. Sporting Kansas City: “There is a lot more potential in us. I believe in this group and this foundation of players, and I believe that we can be one of those teams that other teams don’t want to play against. You go in that locker room; that’s a hungry group of players. We have more ambition. This is a really united group, and I am hopeful that we will have a quick recovery for Kansas. Sporting Kansas City is a good team. They are very well coached. They have an intense environment. This is going to be a battle, but it is also one that we are not afraid of.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES FORWARD CRISTIAN ESPINOZA
On what clinching the playoff spot means for the fans: “It’s amazing. It’s amazing. The fans have been supporting us the entire season, and us on being on the field, we really feel the support. That’s been so important for us, and it was an important year for me personally, too. We wanted to win the game for the fans and finish higher in the table, but what’s important is that we qualified for the playoffs.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES MIDFIELDER JACKSON YUEILL
On qualifying for the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs: “We said it at the beginning of preseason that this is what we wanted to do. This is where we wanted to be. You could see a lot of fight especially during this game. I’m proud of the guys for what they did. We knew we had to be aggressive and go for it right away. We pushed the game, and it was a draw but we’re ready for playoffs and we’ll see. We’re excited for Wednesday. We regroup tomorrow, get ready to go Monday Tuesday and battle on Wednesday.”
Earthquakes Communications Contacts: Ryan Maquiñana – Director , Communications rmaquinana@sjearthquakes.com C: 650.243.8523
The Nashville SC Technical Staff sculpture before pregame of the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) crosses the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Midfielder FAFÀ PICAULT (7) passes the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Midfielder ANÍBAL GODOY (20) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Defender JACK MAHER (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) drives toward the goal during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) drives toward the goal during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Defender WALKER ZIMMERMAN (24) tackles San Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) with Nashville SC Midfielder BRIAN ANUNGA (27) anticipating the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Midfielder BRIAN ANUNGA (27) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee JOE DICKERSON chats with Nashville SC Midfielder FAFÀ PICAULT (7) as Nashville SC Midfielder ALEX MUYL (19) and Nashville SC Midfielder HANY MUKHTAR (10) setup their wall during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) takes a free kick during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee JOE DICKERSON talks with Nashville SC Midfielder ANÍBAL GODOY (20) regarding his yellow card during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee JOE DICKERSON talks with Nashville SC Midfielder ANÍBAL GODOY (20) regarding his yellow card during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Defender WALKER ZIMMERMAN (24) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Defender JACK MAHER (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) controls the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) looks for passing options during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) dribbles against Nashville SC Midfielder BRIAN ANUNGA (27) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) shoots against Nashville SC Midfielder BRIAN ANUNGA (27) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) and Nashville SC Defender SHAQ MOORE (18) battle for the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Defender SHAQ MOORE (18) tries to get away from pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Forward MATTHEW HOPPE (12) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) wins the ball from Nashville SC Defender SHAQ MOORE (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Midfielder HANY MUKHTAR (10) dribbles with pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) tackles the ball away from Nashville SC Midfielder HANY MUKHTAR (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Midfielder SEAN DAVIS (54) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Midfielder HANY MUKHTAR (10) dribbles against San Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Forward SAM SURRIDGE (9) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) battle for the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaNashville SC Midfielder HANY MUKHTAR (10) takes a shot during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Mascot Q plays goalkeeper against an Earthquakes Fan and his sister who kicked cancer before the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: Sept 23, 2023
MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 1, Nashville SC 1 San Jose draws at home, prepares for Minnesota next week
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC finished with a 1-1 draw at home on Saturday night at PayPal Park. Forward Matthew Hoppe has scored in two consecutive appearances to help the Quakes earn a point at home.
San Jose nearly opened the scoring in the 36th minute when forward Cade Cowell struck the crossbar , just inches from the top corner. Both sides would trade blows but end the first half scoreless.
Nashville opened the scoring in the second half, but the Quakes would find the equalizer in the 75th from Matthew Hoppe. A low cross from Carlos Akapo found Hoppe unguarded, with space to fire into the top corner. San Jose built on the momentum and fired four shots in less than a minute just after scoring.
The Earthquakes will now prepare to face Minnesota United FC on Saturday, Sept. 30. Kickoff from Allianz Field is slated for 5:30 p.m. PT and will be streamed globally on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app, as well as on local radio via 810 AM The Spread (English) and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
GAME NOTES
The Earthquakes now hold an 10-10-11 record (41 pts.) during the 2023 MLS regular season and currently sit at eighth place in the 14-team Western Conference, but only three points from fourth place.
The Quakes now hold a 0-0-3 record against Nashville SC, including a 0-0-2 record at home.
San Jose has only lost twice in 15 MLS home matches this season (8-2-6) and are tied for fewest home losses in the Western Conference.
Forward Matthew Hoppe scored his second goal of the season, earning two goals in two consecutive appearances.
Defender Carlos Akapo tallied his third assist of the season and of his MLS career.
Forward Cristian Espinoza earned his 150th MLS appearance.
MATCH INFORMATION
San Jose Earthquakes 1 – 1 Nashville SC Saturday, September 23, 2023 – PayPal Park, San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 16,728 Man of the Match: Matthew Hoppe
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES: Daniel; Miguel Trauco (Paul Marie 61’), Jonathan Mensah, Rodrigues, Carlos Akapo; Jackson Yueill (C), Carlos Gruezo (Niko Tsakiris 55’), Jamiro Monteiro (Benji Kikanović 90+1’); Cade Cowell (Matthew Hoppe 61’), Cristian Espinoza, Jeremy Ebobisse (Ayo Akinola 90+1’)
Substitutes not used: JT Marcinkowski (GK), Judson, Tanner Beason, Tommy Thompson
NASHVILLE SC: Elliot Panicco; Daniel Lovitz, Jack Maher, Shaq Moore, Walker Zimmerman (C); Hany Mukhtar, Teal Bunbury (Sam Surridge 67’), Alex Muyl (Josh Bauer 88’), Anibal Godoy, Brian Anunga (Sean Davis 79’); Fafa Picault (Randall Leal 67’)Substitutes not used: Joe Willis (GK), Dax McCarty, Jacob Shaffelburg, Luke Haakenson, Taylor Washington
On tonight’s result against Nashville SC: “We are still in a position to control our destiny, as much as possible. We’ve got to find a way to get more points on the road against Minnesota [United FC]. I know their home form is different than their away but they area a very good team and they have very good players. We have to be ready to show our best. We’ve put ourselves in a position to do this, and now home or away it is up to us to get it done, with no regrets. We’ve got to rest now and build momentum in the week to do better.”
On forward Matthew Hoppe’s performance tonight: “He’s got versatility, he can play wide, he can play inside. He can play in the last line. He’s got combinations. He drives at the back line. Gets in the box. Almost scores another rebound tonight. He has a lot of anticipation and double movements in his game. I think that’s great and will continue to help us.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES MIDFIELDER JACKSON YUEILL
On the team’s performance throughout the game: “First I think that Nashville is a really good team. They had a lot of possession, and it was hard for us to give pressure in the first half but in our block and our shape we didn’t give up a lot of chances. I think the first half was really disciplined by us. It was good to go in 0-0. We weren’t playing our best but I think the second half we turned it around. The guys that came in gave us a bit of a spark. We were able to go forward a little more, connect better passes, and get better combinations in and around the box. I think we can build on that to keep going in the game and have a little bit more urgency. We wanted to start that way the whole game but it’s something to build on to go to Minnesota with.”
On finishing the rest of the regular season strong: “With the few games that we have left we know that we have to maximize the points. We have two road games coming up and we have to find a way to win and we want to take the offensive good points and keep highlighting those and keep utilizing that. The subs that came in did a really good job and we’re going to need them again. We need the whole team, the whole roster to come and give us energy and we’ll build on that and keep forming relationships with some of the guys who came in the summertime and keep using their strengths and go to Minnesota and get those three points.”
San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) dribbles away from pressure from Minnesota United FC Forward TEEMU PUKKI (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (24) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) battle for the ball near midfield during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Midfielder EMANUEL REYNOSO (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Midfielder EMANUEL REYNOSO (10) looks for his options against San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Forward ISMAEL TAJOURI-SHRADI (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Defender MICHAEL BOXALL (15) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Defender ZAREK VALENTIN (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Forward ISMAEL TAJOURI-SHRADI (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Midfielder EMANUEL REYNOSO (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) dribbles from pressure from Minnesota United FC Defender ZAREK VALENTIN (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (24) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Forward ISMAEL TAJOURI-SHRADI (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) dribbles away from pressure from Minnesota United FC Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (24) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward BENJI KIKANOVIĆ (28) dribbles against Minnesota United FC Defender ZAREK VALENTIN (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) controls the ball between Minnesota United FC Defender MICHAEL BOXALL (15) and Minnesota United FC Defender ZAREK VALENTIN (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Defender MICHAEL BOXALL (15) lunges to block a shot from San Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) with Minnesota United FC Defender ZAREK VALENTIN (3) looking on during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaThe San Jose Earthquakes come together before the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) controls the ball with pressure from Minnesota United FC Defender MIGUEL TAPIAS (4) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Goalkeeper DAYNE ST CLAIR (97) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) heads a shot on goal with Minnesota United FC Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (24) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender TANNER BEASON (15) watching behind the play during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaMinnesota United FC Defender MICHAEL BOXALL (15) and San Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) battle for the ball near the endline during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: Sept 2, 2023
MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 1, Minnesota United FC 1 San Jose draw at home, prepare for D.C. United next week
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United FC played to a 1-1 draw on Saturday night at PayPal Park. Forward Cade Cowell netted his first of the season to tie the match after Minnesota scored the opening goal.
The Quakes conceded an early goal but rallied with a 17th minute equalizer from Cowell. Jackson Yueill collected the ball at the top of the box after a corner kick to find Cowell on the left, whose shot deflected into the bottom corner of the net . The goal was his first of the season and 10th of his MLS career. Cowell is now the 11th teenager in MLS history to reach 10 regular season goals.
Both sides traded blows in the second half but neither team could find the winning goal. The Earthquakes nearly converted a diving header from Jamiro Monteiro in the 56th minute and Minnesota had a goal called back after video review for a handball four minutes later.
The Earthquakes will now prepare to travel to face D.C. United on Saturday, Sept. 9. Kickoff from Audi Field is slated for 4:30 p.m. PT and will be streamed globally on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app, as well as on local radio via 810 AM The Spread (English) and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
GAME NOTESThe Earthquakes now hold an 9-9-9 record (36 pts.) during the 2023 MLS regular season and currently sit in eighth place in the 14-team Western Conference, but only four points from third place.
The Quakes hold a 5-4-3 record against Minnesota United FC, including a 3-2-2 record at home.
Midfielder Jackson Yueill tallied his fourth assist of the season and 16th of his MLS career.
Jackson Yueill made his 171st appearance for the Quakes, tied for fifth most appearances in club history with Joe Cannon.
MATCH INFORMATION San Jose Earthquakes 1 – 1 Minnesota United FC Saturday, September 2, 2023 – PayPal Park, San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 16,151 Man of the Match: Cade Cowell
Scoring Summary: MIN (1-0) – Teemu Pukki (Emanuel Reynoso) 4’ SJ (1-1) – Cade Cowell (Jackson Yueill) 16’
Misconduct Summary: SJ – Carlos Gruezo (caution) 31’ MIN – Emanuel Reynoso (caution) 40’ MIN – Michael Boxall (caution) 85’
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES: Daniel; Miguel Trauco, Tanner Beason, Rodrigues, Carlos Akapo; Carlos Gruezo, Jackson Yueill (C) (Michael Baldisimo 90+3’), Jamiro Monteiro (Niko Tsakiris 81’); Cristian Espinoza, Jeremy Ebobisse, Cade Cowell (Benji Kikanović 90+3’)
Substitutes not used: JT Marcinkowski (GK), Ayo Akinola, Matthew Hoppe, Jonathan Mensah, Tommy Thompson
MINNESOTA UNITED FC: Dayne St. Clair; Miguel Tapias, Michael Boxall, Zarek Valentin; Joseph Rosales, Jan Gregus, Hassani Dotson, Emanuel Reynoso, Wil Trapp (C); Teemu Pukki (Mender Garcia 81’), Ismael Tajouri-Shradi (Ethan Bristow 64’)
Substitutes not used: Eric Dick (GK), Bakaye Dibassy, Franco Fragapane, Mender Garcia, Emmanuel Iwe, Sang Bin Jeong, Brent Kallman, Devin Padelford
On tonight’s performance against Minnesota United FC: “I thought we had much better positions while attacking in the second half, to neutralize [Emanuel] Reynoso, compared to the first half. The first goal came from poor positions while attacking, where we were on the wrong side of [Reynoso] and he was able to thread a pass into [Teemu] Pukki. I thought we had better positions while attacking in the second half.”
On Cade Cowell’s performance tonight and callup to the U.S. National Team: “Cade is a player that can vertically hurt anybody. We’ll miss his verticality, and we’ll miss speed. I am really happy for him to get his goal tonight, really proud of him. He’s wanted it really bad. Anything can happen when you are shooting on frame, and a goal is a goal.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES CAPTAIN JACKSON YUEILL
On tonight’s performance and goals: “I think we came out with the right urgency. I think that built up throughout the game. Our message at halftime was to be a little bit more aggressive, get more runs in behind, get more balls in behind and open up the field a little more. I think we did a good job of recovering more balls in their half and in the midfield and transitioning quick. I think we were unlucky to not get a goal but that we’re moving in the right direction still. Just looking to be more clinical in and around the box.”
On the end of season playoff push: “We’ve started the season well and have been playing well the whole year. We’re going to keep doing what we’ve been doing and keep trying the things that we’ve been trying. We dominate, we create chances, we create opportunities and it’s about finishing those chances. Our conversations and mentality in the locker room is not if we make playoffs, it’s when. We go into each game ready to fight and ready to win. These last seven games will be our test but we have full faith in the group that we are going to accomplish our goals.”
San Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder OBED VARGAS (73) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) leaps to head the ball over Seattle Sounders Midfielder LÉO CHÚ (23) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder LÉO CHÚ (23) controls the ball with pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder ALBERT RUSNÁK (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Goalkeeper STEFAN CLEVELAND (30) yells at his teammates to set up a wall during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) dribbles with pressure from Seattle Sounders Defender NOUHOU (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) dribbles with pressure from Seattle Sounders Defender NOUHOU (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder LÉO CHÚ (23) dribbles under pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) views the big screen in the stadium before taking his penalty kick against Seattle Sounders Goalkeeper STEFAN CLEVELAND (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) shoots his penalty kick during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) runs over and fouls Seattle Sounders Midfielder OBED VARGAS (73) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder JOÃO PAULO (6) crosses the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) cuts the ball back against Seattle Sounders Defender NOUHOU (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder JOÃO PAULO (6) controls the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) cuts the ball back against Seattle Sounders Defender YEIMAR (28) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) crosses the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) shoots the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) crosses the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder JOÃO PAULO (6) signals to a teammate before a corner kick during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder LÉO CHÚ (23) works upfield against San Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) and San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder NICOLÁS LODIERO (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder OBED VARGAS (73) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder JOÃO PAULO (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder NICOLÁS LODIERO (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Defender ALEX ROLDAN (16) tries to cut back against San Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Defender ALEX ROLDAN (16) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) deflects the cross from Seattle Sounders Midfielder JOÃO PAULO (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) defends a header attempt from Seattle Sounders Forward HÉBER (19) and Seattle Sounders Defender NOUHOU (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder DYLAN TEVES (99) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) blocks a cross from Seattle Sounders Midfielder DYLAN TEVES (99) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Defender YEIMAR (28) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Defender YEIMAR (28) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) slide tackles away the ball from Seattle Sounders Midfielder DYLAN TEVES (99) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder ALBERT RUSNÁK (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Forward RAÚL RUIDÍZ (9) observes the VAR screen during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee FOTIS BAZAKOS views the VAR monitor during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Forward RAÚL RUIDÍZ (9) complains to the referee during his VAR review during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) remarks to the referee with Seattle Sounders Forward RAÚL RUIDÍZ (9) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) observing during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Midfielder REED BAKER-WHITING (21) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSeattle Sounders Head Coach BRIAN SCHMETZER thanks the Sounders fans after the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: July 12, 2023
MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 2, Seattle Sounders FC 0
Quakes victorious at home, Espinoza breaks all-time club assist record
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes defeated Seattle Sounders FC 1-0 on Wednesday night at PayPal Park. A goal and record-breaking assist from Cristian Espinoza helped the Quakes earn three points at home and win the 2023 Heritage Cup. The Quakes opened the scoring in the 19th minute on a penalty kick from forward Cristian Espinoza. Jeremy Ebobisse was brought down in the box by the Seattle defense before Espinoza fired a shot into the bottom left corner to take the lead. Forward Jack Skahan almost doubled the lead in the second half, but his one-time volley in the box was ruled offside. San Jose eventually found their second goal in the 65th minute from defender Miguel Trauco, who struck a full volley from outside the box past Seattle goalkeeper Stefan Cleveland. Espinoza tallied the assist on Trauco’s goal and is now the all-time assist leader for the Quakes (51), passing club legend Shea Salinas. The Earthquakes will take a break from MLS league play and prepare for the inaugural Leagues Cup tournament. The Quakes will open the tournament on the road against the Portland Timbers on Saturday, July 22. Kickoff from Providence Park in Portland, Oregon, is slated for 7:00 p.m. PT and will be streamed globally on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app, FS1 and Univision.
GAME NOTES The Earthquakes now hold an 8-7-8 record (32 pts.) during the 2023 MLS regular season and currently sit in fifth place in the 14-team Western Conference.San Jose currently holds a 14-15-9 record against Seattle, including a 6-5-5 record at home.With tonight’s win, the Quakes earned their second win of the season against the Sounders to claim the Heritage Cup for the second year in a row. The Heritage Cup is an annual competition between the two teams with North American Soccer League (NASL) heritage, taking place across both regular season matches. The Earthquakes have only lost once in their last five matches against Seattle and have not lost to their Pacific Northwest rival at home since May 12, 2021. San Jose have only lost once in 12 home matches this season (7-1-4). Forward Cristian Espinoza scored his 11th goal of the season and 26th of his MLS career. Espinoza has now successfully converted nine consecutive penalty kicks and has made nine of ten overall during his MLS career. He is now tied for the fifth most goals in Quakes history with Vako. Espinoza, who tallied his 51st MLS career assist on Trauco’s goal, now holds the all-time record for most assists in Quakes history.Defender Miguel Trauco scored his third goal of the season and of his MLS career. Goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski earned his fourth shutout of the season and 18th of his MLS career. Midfielder Tommy Thompson made his 200th career appearance for the Quakes, entering as a sub in the 85th minute. He is the fourth player to reach that milestone in team history.
MATCH INFORMATION2023 MLS Regular Season San Jose Earthquakes 2 – 0 Seattle Sounders FC Wednesday, July 12, 2023 – PayPal Park, San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 13,577 Man of the Match: Cristian Espinoza
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES: JT Marcinkowski; Paul Marie (Benji Kikanovic 90+1’), Tanner Beason, Rodrigues, Carlos Akapo; Miguel Trauco, Carlos Gruezo, Judson (Cam Cilley 90+3’), Jack Skahan (Tommy Thompson 85’), Jeremy Ebobisse (Ousseni Bouda 90+3’), Cristian Espinoza (C).
Substitutes not used: Emi Ochoa (GK), Jonathan Mensah, Daniel Munie, Will Richmond, Niko Tsakiris.
On the team building strong performances and momentum: “We started the game [last week] really well against LAFC. The game planning was really good, and the guys were executing. Tonight, we started similar in terms of our principles. We were trying to build pressure and win the ball and attack, but it was different also. We have to be ready to tweak each game and moment based on what’s available. What I want to grab are the things that have helped us compete. I feel like we have built momentum in a positive way in the past few weeks in terms of competing and responding. You just feel the guys are always ready to respond and compete, and I am proud to coach them. Those are the things we want to do with energy, enthusiasm, and intensity.”
On preparing for the inaugural Leagues Cup tournament: “We’ll work in a positive way to get everyone full force. We want to approach Leagues Cup with as many healthy guys as possible. We are taking the next steps against very good opponents, which are going to be Portland [Timbers] and Tigres [UNAL]. We’re excited to have a little time off with family and friends to recharge our batteries, and then get back to work next week.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES FORWARD CRISTIAN ESPINOZA
On seeing how far he has come since first joining the club: “I remember when I arrived here, I was very excited to play [at San Jose] and to play in the MLS, and to have this experience. To be honest, I didn’t expect what would happen [breaking the club assist record]. I am really happy with this moment and with everything that has happened before. I am very thankful for my teammates.”
On what this season means to him being a record breaker and an all-star: “It makes me feel very happy because I can see all the effort and sacrifices that I made in every single training session since I arrived here paying off now. At the same time, I try to keep the focus on trying to help the team. I think that is the most important thing for me.”
San Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper DANIEL (42) kneels in the goal before the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaThe pregame lineup between the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) controls the ball with pressure from Portland Timbers Defender ZAC MCGRAW (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Forward FRANCK BOLI (7) dribbles upfield against San Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder SANTIAGO MORENO (30) controls the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder SANTIAGO MORENO (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder CRISTHIAN PAREDES (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Forward FRANCK BOLI (7) crosses the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder EVANDER (20) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder SANTIAGO MORENO (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Forward FRANCK BOLI (7) attacks between San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) controls the ball with his chest with pressure from Portland Timbers Defender DARIO ZUPARIC (13) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) and Portland Timbers Midfielder CRISTHIAN PAREDES (22) batted for the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) and Portland Timbers Midfielder CRISTHIAN PAREDES (22) batted for the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) and Portland Timbers Midfielder CRISTHIAN PAREDES (22) batted for the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) and Portland Timbers Midfielder CRISTHIAN PAREDES (22) batted for the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Defender CLAUDIO BRAVO (5) clears the ball with his head with Portland Timbers Goalkeeper DAVID BINGHAM (1) diving just to be sure during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Forward FRANCK BOLI (7) shoots during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) looks for passing options with pressure from Portland Timbers Defender ERIC MILLER (15) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder SANTIAGO MORENO (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder SANTIAGO MORENO (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder SANTIAGO MORENO (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder SANTIAGO MORENO (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Forward DARION ASPRILLA (27) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Forward DARION ASPRILLA (27) dribbles away from the pressure of San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) dribbles away from pressure from Portland Timbers Defender ZAC MCGRAW (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) with a cross during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPortland Timbers Midfielder CRISTHIAN PAREDES (22) is fouled by San Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) dribbles near the top of the box with pressure from Portland Timbers Defender CLAUDIO BRAVO (5) and Portland Timbers Midfielder DIEGO CHARA (21) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: June 17, 2023 MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 0, Portland Timbers 0 Quakes extend home undefeated streak to nine, unbeaten in last five matches
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers played to a scoreless draw on Saturday night at PayPal Park. The Quakes extend their home undefeated streak this season to nine games (6-0-3), their best home start to a season since 2005.San Jose featured a heavily rotated lineup due to national team call-ups, missing defenders Carlos Akapo and Miguel Trauco, and midfielders Carlos Gruezo and Jamiro Monteiro.Goalkeeper Daniel made a goal line save in the 47th minute to keep the match 0-0. Neither side was able to break the deadlock, with both teams hitting the post on multiple occasions.The Earthquakes will now prepare for two matches next week, first traveling to face Houston Dynamo FC on Wednesday, June 21. Kickoff from Shell Energy Stadium is slated for 5:30 p.m. PT and will be streamed globally on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app, as well as on local radio via 810 AM The Spread (English) and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
GAME NOTESThe Earthquakes now hold a 7-5-6 record (27 pts.) during the 2023 MLS regular season and currently sit in fourth place in the 14-team Western Conference.San Jose now hold a 6-16-10 all-time record against the Portland Timbers, including a 6-4-6 record at home.The Quakes home undefeated streak (7-0-3) is on pace for their best home unbeaten streak since 2019 (10-0-2), and they have not lost at home since Sept. 24, 2022.San Jose have not lost at PayPal Park in 12 consecutive matches, with their last loss at the stadium dating back to Aug. 3, 2022.The Earthquakes have conceded one goal in four matches for the first time since Aug. 28, 2015.Goalkeeper Daniel has gone undefeated in his last five games in goal (2-0-3), making 26 saves and earning three clean sheets in that span.Midfielder Niko Tsakiris made his first start of the season and first since Oct. 9, 2022.
MATCH INFORMATION2023 MLS Regular Season San Jose Earthquakes 0 – 0 Portland Timbers Saturday, June 17, 2023 – PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 14,188 Man of the Match: Daniel
Scoring Summary: None.
Misconduct Summary: POR – Santiago Moreno (caution) 18’ POR – Dario Zuparic (caution) 44’ SJ – Cade Cowell (caution) 51’ SJ – Paul Marie (caution) 54’ POR – Eric Miller (caution) 64’ SJ – Tommy Thompson (caution) 90+1’
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES: Daniel; Tanner Beason, Rodrigues, Jonathan Mensah, Paul Marie; Niko Tsakiris (Jack Skahan 76’), Judson (Tommy Thompson 63’), Jackson Yueill (C); Cade Cowell (Benji Kikanović 90+4’), Jeremy Ebobisse (Ousseni Bouda 90+4’), Cristian Espinoza.Substitutes not used: JT Marcinkowski (GK), Cam Cilley, Daniel Munie, Will Richmond.
On tonight’s result: “I think the draw was fair. I liked our foundation in terms of build-up. We got into their half a lot, but we didn’t turn those finishing attack phases into crosses and shots in the volume that we wanted. I am happy with the foundation of how we moved the ball forward, especially against their high press. Getting zero goals against at home is always going to be positive and we’re going to grab that. We always want to win at home in front of our families and fans. At the same time, adding a point is positive. We’ll grab that, rest, and prepare for the next one.”
On goalkeeper Daniel’s performance: “It’s great to have Daniel in a rhythm of staying healthy and having another positive performance. He is showing that he can be consistent in games as well, so credit to him. Congrats to Daniel in being important in tonight’s shutout.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES FORWARD CRISTIAN ESPINOZA
On tonight’s result: “We kept their goals to zero, so that is a good thing for us. We keep improving our defense, but now we can focus on our offense. We have a couple days to work on that before we go to Houston. We will try to take three points there.”
On facing a solid Timbers defense: “I think that the other teams have been more aggressive in marking me, Jebo [Jeremy Ebobisse], and Cade [Cowell]. They know that when we have space, we are dangerous. This is something that we can improve on. We can improve our movements in those situations when the defense is tight on our backs. We have a couple days to rest and to improve in what we can do better in. We will go to Houston with everything we’ve got.” ####
San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CAM CILLEY (19) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Forward ETHAN DOBBELAERE (45) kicks the ball under pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CAM CILLEY (19) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder WILL RICHMOND (20) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes II Defender OSCAR VERHOEVEN (63) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes II Defender OSCAR VERHOEVEN (63) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Defender STUART HAWKINS (39) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Midfielder BRAUDILIO RODRIGUES (72) dribbles between San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CAM CILLEY (19) and San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder NIKO TSARKIS (30) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender DANIEL MUNIE (24) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) challenges Tacoma Defiance Defender ELIAS KATSAROS (83) for the ball during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) challenges Tacoma Defiance Defender ELIAS KATSAROS (83) for the ball during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder MICHAEL BALDISIMO (55) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder MICHAEL BALDISIMO (55) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Defender ABDOULAYE CISSOKO (92) challenges San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) in the penalty box during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Defender ABDOULAYE CISSOKO (92) challenges San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACK SKAHAN (16) in the penalty box during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Goalkeeper ANDREW THOMAS (26) catches a cross in a crowd during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Midfielder REED BAKER-WHITING (21) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Midfielder REED BAKER-WHITING (21) during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender DANIEL MUNIE (24) and Tacoma Defiance Forward EYTHOR BJØRGOLFSSON (38) challenge for the ball during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Defender ABDOULAYE CISSOKO (92) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward OUSSENI BOUDA (25) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Forward EYTHOR BJØRGOLFSSON (38) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes II Forward EDUARDO ‘LALO’ BLANCAS (60) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes II Forward RODOLFO CASTRO JR (53) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Midfielder FRANK DAROMA (34) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CAM CILLEY (19) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Midfielder BRAUDILIO RODRIGUES (72) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRUZ MEDINA (99) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Midfielder ANTONIO HERRERA (70) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder WILL RICHMOND (20) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaTacoma Defiance Forward SEBASTIAN GOMEZ (53) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes II Defender AARON EDWARDS (50) shoots a penalty kick during the MLS Next Pro match between the San Jose Earthquakes II and the Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) flies down the pitch during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) flies down the pitch during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) studies how to best take a free kick during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Forward JULIÁN CARRANZA (9) undergoes concussion protocol testing during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) considers his options against Philadelphia Union Defender NATHAN HARRIEL (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Ultras pack into the newly renovated supporters area while San Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper DANIEL (42) takes a goal kick during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Defender JAKOB GLESNES (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CARLOS GRUEZO (7) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender CARLOS AKAPO (29) dribbles away from pressure from Philadelphia Union Midfielder JACK MCGLYNN (16) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TANNER BEASON (15) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TANNER BEASON (15) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Defender NATHAN HARRIEL (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Defender NATHAN HARRIEL (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Midfielder DÁNIEL GAZDAG (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Defender KAI WAGNER (27) is warned by Referee NIMA SAGHAFI during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Defender NATHAN HARRIEL (26) dribbles away from pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender MIGUEL TRAUCO (21) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Forward MIKAEL UHRE (7) dribbles to the enplane against San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Midfielder JESÚS BUENO (20) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Midfielder JOAQUÍN TORRES (19) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaPhiladelphia Union Midfielder QUINN SULLIVAN (33) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Philadelphia Union at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: June 10, 2023 MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 2, Philadelphia Union 1 Quakes extend home undefeated streak to eight, snap Philadelphia’s nine-match unbeaten streak
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes defeated the Philadelphia Union 2-1 on Saturday night at PayPal Park. Jeremy Ebobisse and Miguel Trauco found the back of the net as the Quakes extended their home unbeaten streak to eight (6-0-2). They are also unbeaten in their last four matches (2-0-2).The Quakes opened the scoring early with an eighth minute strike from forward Jeremy Ebobisse. Cade Cowell, receiving a long ball over the defense, dribbled into space and found Ebobisse at the top of the box. He one-timed a low shot into the corner for a 1-0 lead. Philadelphia traded blows by scoring off corner kick in the 17th minute to finish the first half level. San Jose battled back in the second half to find the game-winner in the 57th minute from defender Miguel Trauco. Carlos Gruezo collected the ball near the top of the box and found Trauco, who fired his long-range shot into the top-right corner. The Earthquakes will next host the Portland Timbers on Saturday, June 17. Kickoff from PayPal Park is set for 7:30 p.m. PT and will be streamed globally on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app, as well as on local radio via 810 AM The Spread (English) and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
GAME NOTESThe Earthquakes now hold a 7-5-5 record (26 pts.) during the 2023 MLS regular season and currently sit tied for third in the 14-team Western Conference.San Jose currently holds a 5-5-4 all-time record against the Philadelphia Union, including a 3-2-2 record at home. Tonight’s win snapped Philadelphia’s nine-game regular season undefeated streak.The Quakes earned their first win against the Union since Sept. 8, 2013.The Earthquakes extended their home unbeaten streak to eight (6-0-2), becoming one of four MLS clubs undefeated at home this season. It is also the club’s first win against an Eastern Conference team this season.Forward Jeremy Ebobisse scored his seventh goal of the season and 51st of his MLS career. He is now tied with Brian Ching for sixth most goals in club history (25).Defender Miguel Trauco scored his second goal of the season and of his MLS career. His goal marked his first game-winning goal of his MLS career.Forward Cade Cowell tallied an assist on Ebobisse’s goal, marking his third assist of the season and 15th of his MLS career. Tonight was his first appearance since returning from the FIFA U20 World Cup.Midfielder Carlos Gruezo tallied an assist on Trauco’s goal, marking his third assist of the season and tenth of his MLS career.Goalkeeper Daniel has gone undefeated in his last four games in goal (2-0-2), making 22 saves and earning two clean sheets.
MATCH INFORMATION2023 MLS Regular Season San Jose Earthquakes 2 – 1 Philadelphia Union Saturday, June 10, 2023 – PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 15,512 Man of the Match: Miguel TraucoScoring Summary: SJ – Jeremy Ebobisse (Cade Cowell) 8’ PHI – Damion Lowe (Kai Wagner) 17’ SJ – Miguel Trauco (Carlos Gruezo) 57’
Misconduct Summary: None.
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES: Daniel; Miguel Trauco, Tanner Beason, Rodrigues, Carlos Akapo (Paul Marie 81’); Jamiro Monteiro (Jonathan Mensah 86’), Carlos Gruezo, Jackson Yueill (C) (Judson 82’); Cade Cowell (Benji Kikanović 73’), Jeremy Ebobisse, Cristian Espinoza.Substitutes not used: Michael Baldisimo, Ousseni Bouda, JT Marcinkowski (GK), Tommy Thompson, Niko Tsakiris.
PHILADELPHIA UNION: Andre Blake (C); Jack Elliott, Jakob Glesnes, Damion Lowe (Jack McGlynn 24’), Nathan Harriel, Kai Wagner; Daniel Gazdag, Jesus Bueno (Quinn Sullivan 76’), Leon Flach (Chris Donocan 87’); Mikael Uhre (Joaquin Torres 76’), Julian Carranza.Substitutes not used: Joe Bendik, Brandon Craig, Andres Perea, Jeremy Rafanello, Matt Real.
On tonight’s win against the Philadelphia Union: “At the end of the day we put away our chances and that’s what is most important. I thought we were efficient in the chances we had, and we showed high quality in our finishes. Both of the goals were excellent. Defensively I’m really proud of the guys in the run of the play. I mean we conceded on a corner, but in the run of play defended well, covered each other and handled Philadelphia’s attack and found a way to win. These are not easy games; you have to grind through them and find a way. I’m proud that we put away our chances.”
On the team performing well in stoppage time: “Recently I think we’ve just talked about it, reflected on it, and taken it very personal and focused on it as a team. How can we make it our strength? How can we make it San Jose’s time in stoppage time where we’re focused and excited? We’ve worked hard to put ourselves in that position and we’re excited to get the job done. We ourselves have intentionally tried to turn that script, turn that mentality, and approach it so we show more courage in it. It’s all a process. Every game is going to be a little bit different. We have to be ready to adapt. I am proud of our guys.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES DEFENDER MIGUEL TRAUCOOn scoring tonight’s goal and earning the win: “Being able to score this goal, which was aesthetically pleasing, is special and it was helpful for us to earn the three points. That makes me really happy as well as the team’s full effort on the field. It’s a pleasure playing with this team because everyone played well and thanks to God I was able to score the goal, which makes me happy.”
On his thought process prior to scoring his goal: “Those decisions come in the spirit of the moment. I try to take a shot whenever I have a ball in front of me and in front of the net. I had good control of the ball and I didn’t think about it twice. I had the confidence in shooting it towards goal and it turned out to be a beautiful goal. But most importantly is that it helped us earn the three points. That’s what makes me the happiest.”
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Earthquakes Communications Contacts: Pedro Ortiz Manager, Communications portiz@sjearthquakes.com C: 650.457.3512
Vancouver Whitecaps Forward CHRISTIAN DÁJOME (11) shields the ball against San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender TRISTAN BLACKMON (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) passes with pressure from Vancouver Whitecaps Defender RANKO VESELINOVIC (4) and Vancouver Whitecaps Midfielder ANDRÉS CUBAS (20) trailing during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) thanks San Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) for the assist of his goal in the 4th minute of the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) cuts the ball back with pressure from Vancouver Whitecaps Defender RANKO VESELINOVIC (4) and Vancouver Whitecaps Defender TRISTAN BLACKMON (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender TRISTAN BLACKMON (6) heads the ball clear during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) dribbles upfield with pressure from Vancouver Whitecaps Midfielder RYAN GAULD (25) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) dribbles upfield with pressure from Vancouver Whitecaps Midfielder RYAN GAULD (25) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper JT MARCINKOWSKI (1) with a goal kick and the new construction of the supporters section behind with a message for the club, “Vamos San Jose”, during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) cuts to his left against Vancouver Whitecaps Midfielder ANDRÉS CUBAS (20) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender RANKO VESELINOVIC (4) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder ERIC REMEDI (5) dribbles with a challenge from Vancouver Whitecaps Midfielder ALESSANDRO SCHÖPF (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) receives his yellow card from Referee ROSENDO MENDOZA with additional commentary from Vancouver Whitecaps Defender RANKO VESELINOVIC (4) with San Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) listening during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) makes a move to the goal against Vancouver Whitecaps Defender JAVIAN BROWN (23) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) passes with pressure from Vancouver Whitecaps Defender TRISTAN BLACKMON (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) crosses the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) shoots during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Forward CHRISTIAN DÁJOME (11) dribbles against San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Midfielder ANDRÉS CUBAS (20) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Midfielder ANDRÉS CUBAS (20) passes the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Midfielder RYAN GAULD (25) dribbles with pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder ERIC REMEDI (5) shields the ball against Vancouver Whitecaps Midfielder ALESSANDRO SCHÖPF (18) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Midfielder PEDRO VITE (45) crosses the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender TRISTAN BLACKMON (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper JT MARCINKOWSKI (1) punches the ball clear of San Jose Earthquakes Defender NATHAN (13) and Vancouver Whitecaps Midfielder PEDRO VITE (45) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender TRISTAN BLACKMON (6) shoots for goal which would be called back for offside during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender MARCUS GODINHO (2) dribbles against heavy pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender MARCUS GODINHO (2) dribbles against heavy pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Midfielder PEDRO VITE (45) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender JULIAN GRESSEL (19) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Midfielder PEDRO VITE (45) and San Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) tackle for the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender MARCUS GODINHO (2) dribbles with heavy pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Defender RODRIGUES (26) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaVancouver Whitecaps Defender RANKO VESELINOVIC (4) continues to plead his case with Referee ROSENDO MENDOZA and the referee team after the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Vancouver Whitecaps at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: Sept. 4, 2022
MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 2, Vancouver Whitecaps FC 0
Quakes earn second straight victory at PayPal Park; Rodrigues makes MLS debut in shutout
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes defeated Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2-0 on Sunday evening at PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif. Center back Rodrigues made his MLS debut and led the Quakes to their first shutout victory since May 5.
San Jose jumped out to a very early lead, scoring in the fourth minute. Cade Cowell dribbled past two defenders before playing a lateral pass towards the center of the penalty area. An onrushing Jackson Yueill redirected the ball towards Jeremy Ebobisse, who curled his first-timed shot into the back of the net.
The Quakes were able to double their advantage before halftime. Jamiro Monteiro played a long switch to Cristian Espinoza on the right wing before darting to the top of the penalty area. He received a return pass from Espinoza and hit a low left-footed shot just out of reach of goalkeeper Thomas Hasal.
Goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski made six saves to keep Vancouver off the scoresheet and earn his third shutout of the season.
The Earthquakes will now prepare for two back-to-back road matches, first traveling to Ohio for the Quakes’ first-ever road match against FC Cincinnati on Saturday, Sept. 10. The match will kick off from TQL Stadium at 4:30 p.m. PT and will be broadcast live on NBC Sports Bay Area, KNBR 1050 (English), and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
GAME NOTES The Earthquakes currently hold a 7-12-9 record (30 pts.) during the 2022 MLS regular season.San Jose is now 9-10-12 all-time vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC, including an 6-1-8 record at home.The Earthquakes are now 7-8-6 in MLS play under interim head coach Alex Covelo.Forward Jeremy Ebobisse scored his 15th goal of the season and 42nd of his MLS career. It also marked his first game-winning goal of the season and sixth of his MLS career.
Midfielder Jamiro Monteiro scored his fourth goal of the season and 13th of his MLS career. He has now tied his single-season career high in goals (2019).
Forward Cade Cowell tallied an assist on Ebobisse’s goal, marking his fifth assist of the season and 12th of his MLS career. It also marked his first game-winning assist of the season and second of his MLS career.
Midfielder Jackson Yueill tallied an assist on Ebobisse’s goal, marking his second assist of the season and 12th of his MLS career. It also marked his first game-winning assist of the season and fourth of his MLS career.
Midfielder Cristian Espinoza tallied an assist on Monteiro’s goal, marking his 12th assist of the season and 42nd of his MLS career. He is now two assists away from tying Eddie Lewis for the most assists in a single season in club history. Espinoza is also now two assists away from tying Richard Mulrooney for the second most assists in club history.
Defender Rodrigues made his MLS debut, starting and playing 90 minutes.
Goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski made six saves and recorded his third shutout of the season and 13th of his MLS career. Tonight marked San Jose’s first shutout since June 11 (0-0 at NSH), and first at PayPal Park since May 7 (1-0 vs. COL). It also marked San Jose’s first multi-goal shutout victory since Oct. 20, 2021 (4-0 vs. ATX).The Earthquakes are now unbeaten in five straight home matches against Whitecaps FC (3-0-2).
MATCH INFORMATION
2022 MLS Regular Season
San Jose Earthquakes 2 – 0 Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022 – PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif.
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES INTERIM HEAD COACH ALEX COVELO
On defender Rodrigues making his MLS debut: “He is a physical and powerful player that could also help us out with aerial balls. With the ball, he was very comfortable today. He had a very good game defensively and offensively. Obviously physically he is not in the best of conditions but will improve step by step.”
On the team’s performance tonight: “I’ve said it before, these guys are pretty good at understanding the game plan. Sometimes we win and sometimes not, but they are good. We knew that Vancouver was going to present this 3-4-3 with those wingbacks divided a little bit more and leave the three center backs a little bit behind. We knew that as soon as we could rotate the ball and create some pressure, we had to go for the one vs. one, whether with Cristian [Espinoza], Jebo [Jeremy Ebobisse], Cade [Cowell], or Jamiro [Monteiro] charging and find the ball to the wings. They read it very well and I think I was sitting on the bench for the majority of the first half.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES MIDFIELDER JACKSON YUEILL
On the Quakes’ first goal: “We talked in training during the week about Cade’s [Cowell] speed and his ability to break out and get past and when we did that, we needed runners in the box. Once I saw him going, I saw Jebo [Jeremy Ebobisse] drift to the back a little bit and I decided to attack that space. The ball was a little bit behind me and I knew Jebo was in that area, and I didn’t know exactly where. I tried flicking it if he was a little bit in front of me, and luckily it went right to him and he had a phenomenal finish, so all the credit goes to him because it’s a tough goal, and to Cade as well because of his speed and the correct path he chose to do. Great team goal and credit to Jebo.”
On Rodrigues’ debut and performance tonight: “It’s never easy for someone to come to a place, not speak the language, only have a week of training and step onto the field, but I thought he performed really well. He’s got a great partner there with Nathan and was able to communicate and help him throughout the week, get him acclimated to the team and the guys quickly and [Rodrigues] has done a great job. I think you can tell his defensive abilities are really, really good. He made really, really good tackles and his timing is really good. The more he’s with us, the more he’ll get used to the guys. His confidence will grow. I thought he was really good tonight and we’re happy to have him here in San Jose.”####
A pregame rondo with Los Angeles Football Club Forward GARETH BALE (11) in the middle before the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club pregame huddle during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward KWADWO OPOKU (22) dribbles against San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (17) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) challenges Los Angeles Football Club Midfielder JHEGSON MÉNDEZ (32) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender SEBASTIEN IBEAGHA (25) challenges San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) and San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) challenge Los Angeles Football Club Defender DIEGO PALACIOS (12) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward BENJI KIKANOVIC (28) challenges Los Angeles Football Club Defender FRANCO ESCOBAR (2) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward CRISTIAN “CHICHO” ARANGO (9) volleys the ball away from San Jose Earthquakes Defender TANNER BEASON (15) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender DIEGO PALACIOS (12) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (17) dribbles out of pressure from Los Angeles Football Club Forward LATIF BLESSING (7) and Los Angeles Football Club Forward KWADWO OPOKU (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (17) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward BENJI KIKANOVIC (28) celebrates his goal with San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) and San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender FRANCO ESCOBAR (2) collecting the ball in the back of the net after a San Jose Earthquakes goal during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee MICHAEL RADCHUK explains to Los Angeles Football Club Defender JESÚS MURILLO (3) that he has had enough during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee MICHAEL RADCHUK during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward GARETH BALE (11) and Los Angeles Football Club Forward CARLOS VELA (10) chat during the first half of the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender RYAN HOLLINGSHEAD (24) dribbles against San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward BENJI KIKANOVIC (28) cuts back against Los Angeles Football Club Defender FRANCO ESCOBAR (2) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender RYAN HOLLINGSHEAD (24) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender NATHAN (13) makes his feelings about the call clear to the stadium during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender DIEGO PALACIOS (12) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) battles for the ball against Los Angeles Football Club Midfielder KELLYN ACOSTA (23) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TOMMY THOMPSON (22) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender FRANCO ESCOBAR (2) blocks a shot from San Jose Earthquakes Forward JEREMY EBOBISSE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender NATHAN (13) heads the ball clear in the defense during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Midfielder KELLYN ACOSTA (23) controls the ball during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder CRISTIAN ESPINOZA (10) challenges Los Angeles Football Club Midfielder KELLYN ACOSTA (23) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JAMIRO MONTEIRO (35) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Head Coach STEVE CHERUNDOLO (center) watches the game with assistant coaches ANTE RAZOV (left) and MARC DOS SANTOS (right) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Midfielder SEBASTIEN MÉNDEZ (32) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TANNER BEASON (15) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender TANNER BEASON (15) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) passes out of pressure from Los Angeles Football Club Defender RYAN HOLLINGSHEAD (24) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward CRISTIAN “CHICHO” ARANGO (9) pleads his case with the Assistant Referee JEFF HOSKING during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward KWADWO OPOKU (22) chips the ball over San Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper JT MARCINKOWSKI (1) for his goal during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper JT MARCINKOWSKI (1) discusses the play with Referee MICHAEL RADCHUK during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender FRANCO ESCOBAR (2) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward BENJI KIKANOVIC (28) challenges for the ball against Los Angeles Football Club Defender FRANCO ESCOBAR (2) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JACKSON YUEILL (14) and Los Angeles Football Club Forward KWADWO OPOKU (22) work for position during a corner kick during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Defender PAUL MARIE (3) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward CARLOS VELA (10) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward CARLOS VELA (10) using his magical left foot during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Goalkeeper JT MARCINKOWSKI (1) makes a save during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Forward CADE COWELL (44) works on the sideline against Los Angeles Football Club Forward GARETH BALE (11) and Los Angeles Football Club Defender FRANCO ESCOBAR (2) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee MICHAEL RADCHUK issues a red card to Los Angeles Football Club Midfielder ILIE SÁNCHEZ (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaReferee MICHAEL RADCHUK issues a red card to Los Angeles Football Club Midfielder ILIE SÁNCHEZ (6) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Midfielder JOSÉ CIFUENTES (20) dribbles with pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder ERIC REMEDI (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Midfielder JOSÉ CIFUENTES (20) dribbles with pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder ERIC REMEDI (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward GARETH BALE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward GARETH BALE (11) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender EDDIE SEGURA (4) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaSan Jose Earthquakes Head Coach ALEX COVELO during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Superstar Forward GARETH BALE (11) takes a throw-in during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Defender DIEGO PALACIOS (12) under pressure from San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder ERIC REMEDI (5) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Midfielder JOSÉ CIFUENTES (20) during the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward GARETH BALE (11) views the jumbo screen post game while the San Jose Earthquakes celebrate behind him after the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward CARLOS VELA (10) and San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder JÁN GREGUS (17) shake hands after the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward and Captain CARLOS VELA (10) shows his appreciation for the traveling supporters after the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, CaliforniaLos Angeles Football Club Forward GARETH BALE (11) shows his appreciation for the traveling supporters after the MLS match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Los Angeles Football Club at PayPal Park in San Jose, California
MEDIA RELEASE: Aug. 20, 2022
MATCH RECAP: Earthquakes 2, LAFC 1 Quakes now 5-2-0 in last seven matches vs. LAFC; Eighteen-year-old Cade Cowell scores game-winner in front of sellout crowd
SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes defeated first-place LAFC 2-1 in front of a sellout crowd on Saturday night at PayPal Park. LAFC entered the match on a seven-game winning streak and hadn’t lost since July 2.San Jose broke the deadlock in the 14th minute. Cristian Espinoza played a through ball to Tommy Thompson, who dribbled to the end line before playing a cut-back to forward Benji Kikanović for the first-timed finish (highlight).The Quakes held onto the lead into halftime before LAFC equalized in the 54th minute through Kwadwo Opoku.The Earthquakes then regained the lead on a thunderous strike by 18-year-old Cade Cowell in the 77th minute. Espinoza and Thompson combined again down the right flank with Thompson sending in a cross to the back post. Cowell volleyed the ball past goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau and into the roof of the net (highlight).The Earthquakes will now travel to face Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, Aug. 27. The match will kick off from Children’s Mercy Park at 5:30 p.m. PT and will be broadcast live on NBC Sports Bay Area, KNBR 1050 (English), and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
GAME NOTESThe Earthquakes currently hold a 6-11-9 record (27 pts.) during the 2022 MLS regular season.San Jose is now 5-7-0 all-time vs. Los Angeles Football Club, including a 4-2-0 record at home. San Jose is now 5-2-0 in their last seven meetings with LAFC, including three straight home wins.The Earthquakes are now 6-7-6 in MLS play under interim head coach Alex Covelo.Benji Kikanović scored his fifth goal of the season and the ninth of his MLS career.Cade Cowell scored his second goal of the season and eighth of his MLS career.Tommy Thompson tallied his first and second assists of the season and 10th and 11th assists of his MLS career. It marked his second career multi-assist match (10/7/20 vs. VAN).Cristian Espinoza tallied his 10th and 11th assists of the season and 40th and 41st assists of his MLS career. He has passed Chris Wondolowski on the club’s all-time assists leaderboard and now ranks fourth in club history, just three behind third-place Richard Mulrooney.
MATCH INFORMATION 2022 MLS Regular Season San Jose Earthquakes 2 – 1 Los Angeles Football Club Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022 – PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif. Attendance: 18,000 (sellout) Man of the Match: Tommy Thompson
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES INTERIM HEAD COACH ALEX COVELO
On tonight’s perseverance to get a signature win at home: “Emotions are high right now. We need to be calm, but I believe tonight is one of the best games I have seen from this team this season. When you lose, you ‘stink’ and when you win, everybody wants to talk good things about you. The guys showed that we have personality and played good with and without the ball. And we did it.”
On where the motivation came from for tonight’s match even with the new coach announcement earlier this week: “From the beginning when I took the team, I said I am here with San Jose and for San Jose. I was going to do whatever it takes to help the team. The players took the notice, took the news, they are professionals and know what they have to do. We are in this together. As I said in the past, the team trains fantastic every day, every week, following the game plan, and giving their best. We did it naturally and understanding there were nine games left and now eight. Before tonight, we were behind 9-10 points, and we have to still fight. We have to keep fighting and take this naturally.”
On the atmosphere in the stadium and what it meant to the team tonight: “Tonight, we played with 12 players. Anything can happen when the stadium is like that. It was incredible. It was amazing that the fans pushed the team and accompanied us. It helped us a lot.”
SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES DEFENDER TOMMY THOMPSON On tonight’s performance: “It felt great. The atmosphere was electric. I give a lot of credit to the fans that came out to support us. There is no doubt. We’ve had some difficult moments this year, but it’s moments like that that shows the strength of this team mentally, physically, and the ability that we have to compete with some of the best teams and the best players in this league. For me personally, it felt great to put in a good shift with the team, but I give a lot of credit to all the guys out there that fought until the end right in the middle of the difficult moment that we’re in. I think it’s exciting and it’s a night that I won’t forget anytime soon.”
On the team’s mentality for tonight after the hiring of Luchi Gonzalez as the next Quakes head coach: “I think we’re all excited about the hire [Luchi Gonzalez]. It was a great hire, but at the end of the day, our focus is the here and now. I give a ton of credit to the guys that came in: Lucho [Luciano Fusco], [Alex] Covelo, Wondo [Chris Wondolowski], Steve Ralston, Tubo [Fernandez]. All those guys came in at a really difficult moment. I think it was seven games into the season and they provided us with the positive energy that we needed. If you look at our record over that time period, it shows that we’ve been competitive consistently over the past couple of months. I think that’s a really positive piece of this season and I give those guys a ton of credit. It was a difficult moment and we’ve fought through those difficult moments. So, the hire is exciting, it’s exciting for the fans and the players. I think Luchi coming in is a step in the right direction and we’ll all be ready once he arrives in San Jose, but right now, we’re focused on giving the fans performances like we did tonight and I just wanted to give credit to the coaches here that have done something special over the course of the last 15 games or whatever it may be because I’m grateful for that. Whether I was playing or not playing, I’m grateful for that positive energy that has just provided us with that stimulus that we needed this year.”###
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