Earthquakes' Historic Hot Start
Key Questions
What is the San Jose Earthquakes' current record?
The San Jose Earthquakes are now 8-1-0 after their 4-1 win over LAFC. This extends their club-record winning streak, including prior victories against San Diego, SKC, and Phoenix in the Open Cup.
How did the Earthquakes defeat LAFC in the Cali derby?
The Earthquakes won 4-1 in a second-half blowout. Ousseni Bouda scored a brace, ending Hugo Lloris' 593-minute shutout, with assists from Tsakiris and key contributions from Werner and Yueill.
Who was the standout player in the Earthquakes' win over LAFC?
Ousseni Bouda scored two goals in the second half, breaking Hugo Lloris' scoreless streak of 593 minutes. His performance was pivotal in the 4-1 stunning upset.
What makes this winning streak historic for the Earthquakes?
It is the club's record tear, now at 8-1-0, with recent wins including the Cali derby demolition of LAFC, San Diego, SKC, and Phoenix in the Open Cup. They sit third place, testing sustainability.
What is the Earthquakes' next challenge?
The team faces Austin next, which will test the sustainability of their third-place surge and historic hot start.
SJ Earthquakes now 8-1-0 after 4-1 Cali derby demolition of LAFC (Bouda brace ends Lloris' 593-min shutout, Tsakiris assists, Werner/Yueill key); extends club-record tear w/prior wins vs San Diego/SKC/Phoenix Open Cup. Third-place surge tests sustainability vs Austin next.