Prediction: San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas Betting Tips
Match Preview & Betting Tips
On May 17, 2026, at PayPal Park, San Jose Earthquakes host FC Dallas in Major League Soccer. With both sides missing key defenders and midfielders, the match is expected to be cautious early but open up later. The main lean is toward a draw or narrow home win, supported by recent form and head-to-head results.
San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas Betting Tips
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match. The match has already kicked off, so tips can no longer be added to a ticket.
Major League Soccer detailed statistics
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |
FC Dallas
|
33 | 15 | 10 | 8 | 59 | 50 | 9 | 55 | D L W D W |
| 3 |
San Jose Earthquakes
|
33 | 14 | 10 | 9 | 56 | 48 | 8 | 52 | W D L D D |
San Jose Earthquakes stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 31 | 13 | 9 | 9 |
| Home | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 |
| Away | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
FC Dallas stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 31 | 15 | 9 | 7 |
| Home | 15 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Away | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
San Jose Earthquakes
|
FC Dallas
|
San Jose Earthquakes
|
FC Dallas
|
|
| 0.5 goals | 26 | 24 | 5 | 7 |
| 1.5 goals | 14 | 20 | 17 | 11 |
| 2.5 goals | 9 | 10 | 22 | 21 |
| 3.5 goals | 2 | 4 | 29 | 27 |
| 4.5 goals | 1 | 0 | 30 | 31 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
San Jose Earthquakes
|
FC Dallas
|
San Jose Earthquakes
|
FC Dallas
|
|
| 0.5 goals | 24 | 23 | 7 | 8 |
| 1.5 goals | 10 | 14 | 21 | 17 |
| 2.5 goals | 7 | 8 | 24 | 23 |
| 3.5 goals | 3 | 1 | 28 | 30 |
| 4.5 goals | 1 | 1 | 30 | 30 |
PPG
Per match
San Jose Earthquakes
0
FC Dallas
0
Cards
Per match
San Jose Earthquakes
0
FC Dallas
0
Goals scored
Per match
San Jose Earthquakes
0
FC Dallas
0
Goals conceded
Per match
San Jose Earthquakes
0
FC Dallas
0
Best scoring interval
San Jose Earthquakes
0
FC Dallas
0
Most conceded interval
San Jose Earthquakes
0
FC Dallas
0
San Jose Earthquakes cards
FC Dallas cards
San Jose Earthquakes
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
FC Dallas
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
Match Setup
San Jose Earthquakes host FC Dallas at PayPal Park, with both teams showing resilience despite injuries. The match is crucial for positioning in the Major League Soccer standings. San Jose's recent form and balanced attack give them an edge, but FC Dallas's defensive solidity can challenge.
Team News
San Jose Earthquakes are missing key players like E. Edwards and N. Tsakiris, which could affect their defensive stability and overall structure. FC Dallas faces the absence of G. Jesus, A. A. Julio Santos, and B. Kamungo, impacting their offensive options and defensive robustness.
Tactical Betting Angle
With both teams missing key defenders and midfielders, expect a cautious start with possible open play in the second half. Set-piece chances might be key as both sides look to exploit attacking opportunities. Expect intense pressing and disciplined defending from both sides.
Game State Scenarios
If San Jose Earthquakes score first, expect a tight contest with a high likelihood of a draw, driven by recent form and head-to-head results. If the match remains goal-less at half-time, the second half's goal chances increase for both teams, emphasizing the importance of early aggression.