After a strong start, San Jose is in a bit of a slump. The Earthquakes have one win and three losses in their last six matches, and have developed a bad habit of dropping points late. The Quakes keep the ball deep in their half, but more dangerous possession has been hard to come by.
Meanwhile in Seattle, the Sounders found their fight once again. Fatigue and injury threaten to derail that progress, but Seattle’s young talent may step up to save the day. Let’s look at how Seattle took control against the Red Bulls, and how a shorthanded side can best the Quakes midweek.