Major League Soccer: San Jose Earthquakes-FC Dallas Statistical Preview

Team News

San Jose Earthquakes

• Clarence Goodson picked up a bone bruise injury in the clash against Real Salt Lake and is listed as questionable for Wednesday’s clash against FC Dallas.

FC Dallas

• Eric Hassli, Zach Loyd and Peter Luccin are all expected to be sidelined for FC Dallas against the San Jose Earthquakes.

Prediction

• The San Jose Earthquakes’ appear to have left it too late to secure a playoff place, with their goal difference column meaning an eight goal swing over Seattle would be needed if they are to qualify.
• FC Dallas come into this game on the back of a shock 2-0 win over the Seattle Sounders and could prove tough opposition for a San Jose side keen to push the playoff race right to the wire.
• Both teams’ motivation could be in question for this game, with both managers expected to make several changes to the starting XI.

San Jose Earthquakes 1 - 0 FC Dallas