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
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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))
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))
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
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L W L |
0.8 |
| Home | D L L D W |
1 |
| Away | L W L D W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 56% | 44% | 67% |
| Goals | 3.39 | 3.11 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 2.06 | 1.89 | 2.22 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.22 | 1.44 |
| Both Teams to Score | 61% | 44% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 28% | 33% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 11% | 22% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 61% | 44% | 78% |
|
xG
|
1.59 | 2.05 | 1.12 |
|
xGA
|
1.46 | 1.13 | 1.79 |
St. Louis City
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W W W |
2.6 |
| Home | D W W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | W D W L L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 56% | 22% |
| Goals | 2.67 | 2.89 | 2.44 |
| Scored | 1.33 | 1.78 | 0.89 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.11 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 61% | 67% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 22% | 11% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 11% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 61% | 56% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.63 | 1.87 | 1.39 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.06 | 1.5 |
More tips for San Jose Earthquakes vs St. Louis City
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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
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1
Angus Gunn
Goalkeeper
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5
Daniel Munie
Defender
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7
Ousseni Bouda
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11
Timo Werner
Forward
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14
Ronaldo Vieira
Midfielder
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18
Reid Roberts
Defender
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19
Preston Judd
Forward
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20
Nick Fernandez
Midfielder
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28
Benjamin Kikanovic
Defender
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34
Beau Leroux
Midfielder
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87
Vítor Costa
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
St. Louis City Soccer Club line-up
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1
Roman Bürki
Goalkeeper
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5
Lukas MacNaughton
Defender
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6
Conrad Wallem
Midfielder
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8
Chris Durkin
Midfielder
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10
Eduard Löwen
Midfielder
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11
Simon Becher
Forward
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14
Tomas Totland
Defender
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21
Dante Polvara
Midfielder
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24
Daniel Edelman
Midfielder
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32
Timo Baumgartl
Defender
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77
Sang-Bin Jeong
Forward
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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