San Jose Earthquakes Stun San Diego FC With Late-Game Surge

A Decisive Visitor Lead

The San Jose Earthquakes established control early in their visit to Snapdragon Stadium, taking a commanding lead against the San Diego FC. The away side struck first in the third minute when Niko Tsakiris found the back of the net. San Jose extended their advantage in the 12th minute with a goal from Preston Judd.

By the 35th minute, Ousseni Bouda had added a third for the Earthquakes, giving the visitors a 3-0 cushion heading into the final stretch of the first half.

San Diego’s Fighting Response

The home side refused to fold despite the early deficit. San Diego FC began to claw back in the 42nd minute through a goal by Anders Dreyer, narrowing the gap to 3-1. The momentum shifted further in favor of the hosts during stoppage time.

In the fourth minute of added time, Cédric Bakambu scored to make the final score 3-2. This dramatic finish ensured the match remained competitive until the very last whistle, showcasing the resilience of the San Diego squad.

Statistical Highlights

The match featured exactly five goals, with the San Jose Earthquakes accounting for three and the San Diego FC recording two. The visiting team’s offensive pressure was evident in the shooting statistics, where Niko Tsakiris registered three total shots. On the defensive side, San Jose goalkeeper Angus Gunn made four saves to keep the lead intact.

For the hosts, Elias Achouri was the most active with four total shots, while goalkeeper CJ dos Santos recorded two saves. The final result leaves the San Diego FC with a record of 8-6-10, while the San Jose Earthquakes improve their standing to 11-5-8. This contest was played on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761797