San Jose Earthquakes II vs Los Angeles II: match statistics
San Jose Earthquakes II vs Los Angeles II: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
San Jose Earthquakes II played against Los Angeles II in MLS Next Pro (United States). The game was played on August 31, 2026. Venue: PayPal Park. Final score: 3:2.
Recent form
San Jose Earthquakes II has 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. Los Angeles II has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
San Jose Earthquakes II scores 1.74 goals per game and allows 1.26. Los Angeles II scores 1.67 and allows 1.67. Games in this league average 3.32 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 61% of San Jose Earthquakes II's games and 71% of Los Angeles II's. The Over 2.5 rates are 52% and 71%, compared with league averages of 62% for BTTS and 66% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Los Angeles II has the higher season xG average, 1.82 to 1.59 per game. San Jose Earthquakes II takes 13.4 shots per game, while Los Angeles II takes 14.7.
First-half and second-half trends
San Jose Earthquakes II leads at halftime in 39% of its games and scores 0.83 goals per game after halftime. Los Angeles II leads at halftime in 33% and scores 0.88 after halftime.
When the teams score
San Jose Earthquakes II's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (10 goals). For Los Angeles II, it is minutes 16-30 (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
MLS Next Pro games average 3.32 goals. Both teams score in 62% of games, and 66% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 6 previous meetings were available. The record was 5 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 4.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 83% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
San Jose Earthquakes II have significantly stronger home numbers: they average 2.1 goals per match, concede just 0.9, and post an average xG of 1.62 compared with 1.23 allowed to opponents. Los Angeles II, however, arrive in excellent form, having gone unbeaten in their last 5 matches, winning 3 and scoring 11 goals, while the hosts have managed just 3 goals over the same period. The visitors’ away record is a concern: they win only 10% of such matches, draw 50%, and concede as many as 2.2 goals on average. San Jose registers 5.4 shots on target per home game compared with Los Angeles’ 5.9, but are considerably more clinical in front of goal, converting 15% compared with 9%. Therefore, I narrowly favor the hosts to capitalize on home advantage.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The seasonal BTTS figures are very similar and high: 69% for San Jose Earthquakes II and 70% for Los Angeles II, compared with the league-wide average of 62%. The hosts score an average of 2.0 goals at home, while the visitors concede as many as 2.2 goals away, which strongly supports a San Jose goal. Los Angeles II also possess solid attacking potential, with an xG of 1.83 and an average of 5.9 shots on target, while San Jose allow opponents an xG of 1.41. Both teams have rarely kept a clean sheet, doing so in 23% and just 10% of matches respectively, making a goal for each side the most likely scenario. The main risk to BTTS is the hosts’ weaker recent finishing, having scored just 3 goals in their last five matches; however, their xG of 1.43 suggests greater potential than their goal tally alone indicates.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
San Jose Earthquakes II matches average 3.08 goals over the season, while Los Angeles II fixtures average as many as 3.50, compared with a league average of 3.29. The 1.5 line has been covered in 77% of the home team’s matches and 90% of the visitors’ games, providing a very solid foundation for an over bet. Los Angeles II averages 1.3 goals scored, but this figure has risen to 2.2 over their last five matches, while San Jose conceded 1.2 goals per game over the same period. The hosts are admittedly in weaker offensive form, scoring just 0.6 goals per match across their last five outings; however, their seasonal xG of 1.79, along with opponents averaging 2.20 goals conceded, supports at least one goal. The strongest selection is Over 1.5 goals, as even a more conservative projection of 2.95 goals combines a high probability with clear support from both teams’ data.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The strongest signal comes from current form: Los Angeles II have not lost any of their last five matches, won 60% of them, and scored an average of 2.2 goals, while San Jose Earthquakes II have failed to win any of those games and scored just 0.6 goals per match. The difference is particularly clear before half-time, as the visitors were leading at the break in 80% of their last five matches, scoring an average of 1.4 goals, whereas the hosts failed to take the lead even once and did not score before half-time during this period. Los Angeles II conceded just 0.2 goals before the break in these matches, while San Jose were trailing at half-time in 60% of cases. The hosts’ season-long figures are better overall, with a 69% win rate and an average of 2.0 goals per match, but their very poor current form significantly reduces the weight of home advantage. The most likely scenario is therefore the visitors leading at half-time and securing a full-time win, although the high average of 3.5 goals in Los Angeles II matches leaves a significant risk of a late turnaround by the hosts.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| San Jose Earthquakes II | Los Angeles II | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Los Angeles II is 233% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - San Jose Earthquakes II · 2 pts / game - Los Angeles II
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
San Jose Earthquakes II is 33% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.26 goals / game - San Jose Earthquakes II · 1.67 goals / game - Los Angeles II
San Jose Earthquakes II scores in 70% of games (16 of 23 games), while Los Angeles II keeps a clean sheet in 17% (4 of 24 games).
Los Angeles II scores in 79% of games (19 of 24 games), while San Jose Earthquakes II keeps a clean sheet in 13% (3 of 23 games).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - San Jose Earthquakes II
Over / Under - Los Angeles II
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
San Jose Earthquakes II is 29% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.61 pts / game - San Jose Earthquakes II · 1.25 pts / game - Los Angeles II
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
San Jose Earthquakes II - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 39% of games and wins 35%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.5 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Los Angeles II - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 42%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 100% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -3 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +3 | -1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (10 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (9 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
San Jose Earthquakes II
Los Angeles II
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (MLS Next Pro).
Teams vs league
| San Jose Earthquakes II | Liga | Los Angeles II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 3.00 | 3.32 | • 3.33 |
| Both teams scored | • 61% | 62% | ▲ 71% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 52% | 66% | ▲ 71% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 13% | 21% | ▼ 17% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 70% | 76% | ▲ 83% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 87% | 85% | ▼ 75% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from San Jose Earthquakes II's perspective: 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Los Angeles II. Games average 4.50 goals, and both teams scored in 83% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of San Jose Earthquakes II vs Los Angeles II?
The MLS Next Pro match finished San Jose Earthquakes II 3:2 Los Angeles II. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between San Jose Earthquakes II and Los Angeles II?
In the last 6 head-to-head matches San Jose Earthquakes II won 5, Los Angeles II won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 4.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 83% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before San Jose Earthquakes II vs Los Angeles II?
San Jose Earthquakes II score 1.74 goals per game on average and Los Angeles II 1.67. The MLS Next Pro average is 3.32 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 66% of games. Both teams score in 61% of San Jose Earthquakes II's matches and 71% of Los Angeles II's.
What form are San Jose Earthquakes II and Los Angeles II in?
Over the last 5 games San Jose Earthquakes II have a 0-3-2 record (0.60 points per game) and Los Angeles II 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for San Jose Earthquakes II vs Los Angeles II?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.