San Jose Earthquakes secured a vital 1-0 win over San Diego FC, thanks to Josef Martínez's 14th-minute goal.

What happened?

The Earthquakes' victory was fueled by Martínez's strike, assisted by Cristian Arango, in the first half. San Jose's defense, led by goalie Daniel, made the goal stand up.

Why it matters for San Jose Earthquakes

The win moves the Earthquakes into a playoff spot in the MLS Western Conference, tied with FC Dallas with 38 points. Bruce Arena, the San Jose coach, praised his team's effort, calling it an "ugly win" but one they'll take.

What comes next?

The Earthquakes travel to play Vancouver on Sunday, looking to build on their momentum. As of June 24, 2026, the team stands 2nd in Major League Soccer with 18 points from 7 games, having won 6 and lost 1. Their next fixture is against Minnesota United FC at home on August 23, 2026. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 2nd in Major League Soccer | | Points | 18 | | Recent form | WWWLW | | Next fixture | vs Minnesota United FC (at home, 2026-08-23) | The Earthquakes will look to carry their momentum into these upcoming matches.