The San Jose Earthquakes were ready to bounce back from a tough loss with a strong performance against Columbus Crew SC. San Jose Earthquakes's coach Dominic Kinnear was pleased with the team's sharp play, saying they were in the mood to play. The Quakes took advantage of a man advantage after Columbus midfielder Mohammed Saeid was sent off in the 33rd minute. Chris Wondolowski scored his 99th career MLS regular-season goal, and Shea Salinas added another, securing a 2-0 win. The team's improved offensive performance was a key factor, with the Quakes connecting on 87 percent of their passes. Wondolowski attributed the team's success to their ability to connect easy passes, which breeds confidence. The win was a much-needed boost for the San Jose Earthquakes, who had suffered a gut-punch goal in their previous match. The team's patience and ability to capitalize on opportunities paid off, with Matias Perez Garcia playing a key role in both goals. The San Jose Earthquakes's victory was their first multi-goal game in nearly two months, dating back to March 22. The team's focus on staying patient and taking advantage of opportunities was evident in their play, with Kinnear's halftime talk emphasizing the importance of staying calm and springing to attack when opportunities arose.