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Last 5 matches · 1W-0D-4L · -5 goal difference
Last 5 matches · 3W-2D-0L · +4 goal difference
BetGenius backs San Jose Earthquakes or Draw (Double Chance) at 80% confidence — a strong call. Total goals: Over 2.5 Goals.
Real Salt Lake host San Jose Earthquakes in a late‑season clash that could decide the final playoff spots. RSL sit 11th with 32 points and have struggled recently, losing three of their last five games and conceding three goals in each of their two most recent home defeats. Their home form this season is modest (8‑2‑4) but recent performances suggest defensive frailties.
The Earthquakes sit fourth with 46 points and a strong away record (7‑4‑3). They have won four of their last five fixtures and have been solid defensively away, keeping three clean sheets. Head‑to‑head the two sides are evenly matched, but RSL have a slight edge at home with three wins in five meetings. Both teams average around 1.8 goals per game and 60 % of their recent encounters have seen both sides score.
Injuries affect both squads, RSL missing six players including J. Arias and D. Luna, while the Earthquakes are without five, notably N. Adimabua. The balance of recent form, home advantage and the tight historical record points to a competitive game, but the Earthquakes appear the more likely side to avoid defeat.
Team news last updated Oct 15 (9 days ago) — later changes may not be reflected.
Team news last updated Oct 15 (9 days ago) — later changes may not be reflected.
Combined scoring rate: 3.7 goals per game (Real Salt Lake at home plus San Jose Earthquakes away).
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver WhitecapsPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/8-finals) | 30 | +32 | 55 |
| 2 | St. Louis CityPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/8-finals) | 30 | +15 | 51 |
| 3 | FC DallasPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/8-finals) | 30 | +8 | 51 |
| 4 | San Jose EarthquakesPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/8-finals) | 30 | +10 | 48 |
| 5 | Houston DynamoPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/8-finals) | 30 | +2 | 47 |
| 6 | Los Angeles FCPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/8-finals) | 31 | +15 | 46 |
| 7 | Seattle SoundersPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/8-finals) | 30 | +2 | 42 |
| 8 | Los Angeles GalaxyPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/16-finals) | 31 | -9 | 40 |
| 9 | Colorado RapidsPromotion - MLS (Play Offs: 1/16-finals) | 30 | 0 | 39 |
| 10 | Real Salt Lake | 30 | -3 | 36 |
| 11 | Portland Timbers | 30 | -5 | 34 |
| 12 | San Diego | 30 | -3 | 34 |
| 13 | Minnesota United FC | 30 | -8 | 34 |
the last 9 meetings are split 4-4 with 1 drawn, averaging 3.3 goals a game, 67% went over 2.5.
Settled results only — every published pick is recorded win or lose. Full track record →
Based on at least 20 settled predictions.San Jose have been in good form, especially away, and hold a better league position. Real Salt Lake’s recent home losses and defensive issues increase the likelihood of a draw or an Earthquakes win. The double‑chance covers the Earthquakes’ advantage while accounting for the possibility of a stalemate.
Published October 14, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.
