San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 16/08
USA - MLS
Main prediction: both to score
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The MLS 2026 renews a clash that has history. San Jose Earthquakes and St. Louis City meet again this 16/08 (Sunday), at PayPal Park (The Quakes Stadium), at 03:30.
In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, San Jose Earthquakes have won 1 time(s) and score 1.6 goals per match. Meanwhile, St. Louis City have won 4. San Jose Earthquakes lead the betting with a 45% chance of winning.
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Prediction for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
BTTS - Yes
Market: BTTS - Yes · @ 1.45
Confidence
81%
Last updated: 16-08-2026
Overview San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
San Jose Earthquakes are favourites, with a 45% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a St. Louis City Soccer Club win are at 3.4 and a draw at 4.46.
In the MLS, San Jose Earthquakes have 10 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 5 defeat(s), with 37 goal(s) scored and 24 conceded, having Preston Judd as top scorer with 11 goal(s). Meanwhile, St. Louis City have 7 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 24 goal(s) scored and 24 conceded, and Marcel Hartel as top scorer with 6 goal(s).
In the last 4 clashes between San Jose Earthquakes and St. Louis City, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 3 clashes between San Jose Earthquakes and St. Louis City, all had over 9.5 corners.
San Jose Earthquakes have conceded goals in all of their last 7 clashes against St. Louis City.
San Jose Earthquakes are winless in 3 matches in the competition.
San Jose Earthquakes have conceded goals in their last 12 matches in the competition.
St. Louis City are unbeaten in 8 matches in the league.
In the last 4 matches involving St. Louis City, all had over 9.5 corners.
Head-to-head between San Jose Earthquakes and St. Louis City
In 7 clashes, St. Louis City have the advantage over San Jose Earthquakes: 6 win(s) against 1 and 0 draw(s). The most recent was on 26/04/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: St. Louis City 2-3 San Jose Earthquakes.
This data can contextualise the predictions for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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San Jose Earthquakes: current form
San Jose Earthquakes are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
10 win(s), 3 draw(s), 5 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.83 point(s) per match
37 goals scored (2.06 per match)
Top scorer: Preston Judd (11 goal(s))
- 25/10/2026DallasSan Jose EarthquakesL3025/10/2026MLSDallas
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San Jose Earthquakes3 - 0L - 18/10/2026San Jose EarthquakesNashvilleD1118/10/2026MLSSan Jose Earthquakes
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Nashville1 - 1D - 15/10/2026Real Salt LakeSan Jose EarthquakesD1115/10/2026MLSReal Salt Lake
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San Jose Earthquakes1 - 1D - 11/10/2026Colorado RapidsSan Jose EarthquakesD1111/10/2026MLSColorado Rapids
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San Jose Earthquakes1 - 1D - 27/09/2026San Jose EarthquakesPortland TimbersW3127/09/2026MLSSan Jose Earthquakes
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Portland Timbers3 - 1W
St. Louis City: current form
On the other side, St. Louis City also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the MLS:
7 win(s), 5 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.44 point(s) per match
24 goals scored (1.33 per match)
Top scorer: Marcel Hartel (6 goal(s))
- 25/10/2026Real Salt LakeSt. Louis CityL3025/10/2026MLSReal Salt Lake
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St. Louis City3 - 0L - 17/10/2026Minnesota UnitedSt. Louis CityL3217/10/2026MLSMinnesota United
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St. Louis City3 - 2L - 15/10/2026St. Louis CityVancouver WhitecapsD0015/10/2026MLSSt. Louis City
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Vancouver Whitecaps0 - 0D - 11/10/2026St. Louis CityLA GalaxyW6211/10/2026MLSSt. Louis City
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LA Galaxy6 - 2W - 30/09/2026New York Red BullsSt. Louis CityW0330/09/2026MLSNew York Red Bulls
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St. Louis City0 - 3W
San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City key players
In the MLS, Preston Judd carries San Jose Earthquakes's attack with 11 goal(s).
The playmaker is Timo Werner, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Preston Judd has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Marcel Hartel is the name that frightens the most for The Lou with 6 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Simon Becher leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Marcel Hartel has accumulated 6 goal(s).
San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City statistics in the MLS
San Jose Earthquakes have an average of 11.94 corners and 2.39 cards per match. St. Louis City have 10.56 corners and 2.06 cards. Follow all the statistics for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City below.
San Jose Earthquakes
Home
St. Louis City
Away
Points & Results
- PPG1.831.44
- 56%Wins39%
- 61%First to Score44%
Goals Scored & Conceded
- Scored/game2.061.33
- Conceded/game1.331.33
- xG1.591.63
- xGA1.461.28
Trends
- 61%Both Score61%
- 28%Clean Sheet17%
- 11%Failed to Score22%
More tips for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City in the MLS:
Our prediction is: Both teams to score
Our betting recommendation for this game is for the BTTS (Both Teams to Score) market. The reason: this matchup has all the ingredients to be action-packed. With that, the odds offered by betting platforms are attractive, and this is the typical opportunity that cannot go unnoticed.
So let's hope that San Jose Earthquakes and St. Louis City both find the back of the net.
Our prediction is: San Jose Earthquakes to win
Based on our evaluations, San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City is a matchup between two evenly matched sides. But playing at home gives San Jose Earthquakes the added advantage, which is why we recommend taking San Jose Earthquakes to win outright at home.
The odds offered for a San Jose Earthquakes win have a lot of value, and the fact that they have that home support should help tremendously in their bid to get the victory.
Correct score prediction for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
The favoritism in the odds points to San Jose Earthquakes. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: San Jose Earthquakes 1-0 St. Louis City. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
Check out where to watch the live match between St. Louis City and San Jose Earthquakes:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for San Jose Earthquakes and St. Louis City
The line-ups for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
San Jose Earthquakes line-up
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
St. Louis City Soccer Club line-up
The St. Louis City starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
Match: San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 16/08/2026
Time: 03:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: PayPal Park (The Quakes Stadium)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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