Two teams that are trying to figure some things out meet tonight as D.C. United hosts the San Jose Earthquakes. United, after winning three straight 1-0 games following the transfer window’s close, has suffered two straight losses that were as deflating as they were self-inflicted. The Quakes, despite currently holding a playoff spot, have been dreadful on the road under head coach Chris Leitch. How dreadful? In their last seven road games, San Jose has conceded 23 times, including six different games in which they gave up three or more goals.
Key player: Ian Harkes
While his own goal last week is what got all of the attention, there were some positives for Harkes on his long-awaited return to action.