San Jose Earthquakes vs. New York Red Bulls
Always ready.
San Jose, Calif. (July 5, 2025) — The San Jose Earthquakes earned a point in a 1-1 draw against the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night at PayPal Park, with the equalizing goal coming via a second-half own goal by the visitors.
New York opened the scoring in the 18th minute, taking advantage of a low cross that was converted from close range. The Earthquakes absorbed early pressure and remained composed throughout the first half, working to create chances in transition.
The turning point came in the 57th minute, when Cristian Espinoza drove a dangerous ball into the box. A Red Bulls defender, under pressure, inadvertently deflected the cross into his own net, leveling the score for San Jose. The goal shifted momentum in favor of the Quakes, who pushed forward in search of a winner.
Despite several promising late opportunities, the match ended in a draw — with both sides walking away with a point.
The result keeps San Jose unbeaten in their last two home matches as they continue their push in the Western Conference standings. The Earthquakes return to action on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, when they face Austin FC.
San Jose Earthquakes vs. LA Galaxy
Intensity at an all-time high.
The San Jose Earthquakes and LA Galaxy played to a hard-fought 1-1 draw on Saturday night in the latest chapter of the storied California Clásico at Stanford Stadium.
A crowd of over 40,000 was on hand for the annual rivalry match, which featured a special pregame moment as NFL Hall of Famer Jerry Rice fired up the fans by sounding the Earthquakes' pregame siren.
Both teams traded chances in a fast-paced match, with the Earthquakes scoring first before LA Galaxy tied moments after. Despite late pressure from both sides, neither team could break the tie, leaving the score 1-1 in one of Major League Soccer's most iconic rivalries
San Jose Earthquakes vs. Inter Miami CF
Lionel Messi in the Bay Area.
On May 14, 2025, the San Jose Earthquakes faced Inter Miami CF in front of a sold-out crowd at PayPal Park. The match featured one of the game’s all-time greats, Lionel Messi, who orchestrated much of Miami’s offense and played a key role in their three goals on the night.
Inter Miami’s goals came from No. 37, Maximiliano Falcon, and two goals from No. 21, Tadeo Allende. Despite the pressure, the Earthquakes held their ground in a thrilling back-and-forth contest. San Jose responded with goals from No. 9, Cristian Arango, No. 34, Beau Leroux, and No. 6, Ian Harkes, leveling the score at 3-3.
The draw earned each team a well-deserved point, but fans walked away with something more — an unforgettable night of high-stakes MLS action in the heart of the Bay Area.
