Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

In a dominant performance at PayPal Park, the San Jose Earthquakes defeated the Portland Timbers 4-1 in their MLS regular season match. Cristian Espinoza led the charge with a brace in the 16th and 24th minutes, followed by Cristian Arango's goal in the 27th minute effectively sealing the victory early on. Felipe Mora managed to pull one back for Portland in the 42nd minute, but Ousseni Bouda's late goal in the 88th minute solidified the Earthquakes' commanding win. Despite having less possession (43.8% vs 56.2%), San Jose was more clinical, converting their chances with 8 shots on target compared to Portland's 5. The Earthquakes were also more aggressive, committing 14 fouls and receiving 4 yellow cards, while the Timbers committed 9 fouls and received only one yellow card.
The AI's pre-game prediction of a San Jose Earthquakes win proved accurate, and its expectation of a balanced game was incorrect, given San Jose's clear dominance. San Jose, having lost 3 of their last 5 games, showed a resurgence, especially compared to their previous match where they conceded 5 goals against Sporting Kansas City. Portland, coming off a strong 4-2 win against LA Galaxy, couldn't replicate their form. Looking ahead, San Jose faces Colorado Rapids away, a team that has drawn their last two games. The Earthquakes will need to maintain their attacking prowess from this game, particularly given Colorado's recent defensive record and considering the Earthquakes recent poor away game performances. Portland, meanwhile, will host Sporting Kansas City, who are coming off a loss but had previously defeated San Jose 5-3, promising a potentially high-scoring affair. In their last 5 head-to-head games, Portland has won 3 and San Jose has won 1, with one draw.