Our prediction for this MLS match:
San Jose Earthquakes take on St. Louis City SC at PayPal Park in Sunday’s MLS clash between two sides heading in different directions. San Jose are reeling from back-to-back defeats, a 1-3 loss to Austin FC followed by a 2-4 setback against Los Angeles FC, and their defensive weaknesses have been heavily exposed. Still, the Quakes remain in the thick of the playoff race and will be determined to bounce back in front of their home fans. Hernan Lopez is out long-term with a shoulder injury, while goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski also remains on the sidelines, adding to their concerns at the back.
St. Louis City, on the other hand, have already missed out on a playoff berth, leaving them without pressure but also without much to play for in the season finale. In their previous encounter, St. Louis edged San Jose 2-1, something that could give them confidence. However, the visitors travel weakened, with forward Cedric Teuchert and midfielder Rasmus Alm both unavailable. Considering San Jose’s stronger motivation, we are tempted to place our bets on the home side.
Highlighted Team (San Jose Earthquakes):

San Jose Earthquakes are members of the Western Conference of Major League Soccer. The Quakes have been participating in the league since 1996 and they won their first MLS Cup trophy in 2001. Back then San Jose outplayed star-studded Los Angeles Galaxy in the title game, but it has to be noted that they scored the winner in the extra time.
Two years later the Quakes managed to repeat the success, with the team beating Chicago Fire in the 2003 MLS Cup final. Avaya Stadium is the home ground of San Jose Earthquakes and the capacity of the venue is 18.000. The construction of the stadium cost no less than $100 million and the venue was opened in March, 2015. The club’s home colors are blue and black, whilst the Quakes wear white and red shirts and white shorts when playing on the travels.
Chris Wondolowski is the club’s biggest star and he has been playing for San Jose Earthquakes since 2009. The USA ace has 121 league goals on his account ahead of the start of the 2017 season.