The MLS Week 22 fixture between Minnesota United and San Jose Earthquakes kicks off on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Scheduled for 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT, this Western Conference battle features two playoff contenders with contrasting momentum. Minnesota is surging toward the top of the table, while San Jose clings to the final automatic playoff spot.
Team Form & Standings
Minnesota United FC
Position: 3rd in Western Conference (37 points)
Last 5 Matches: W–D–W–D–W
Home Record: 5W–2D–2L
Goals Scored: 35 Goals Conceded: 24
Minnesota enters this match on a five-game unbeaten streak, including a 3–1 extra-time win over Chicago Fire in the US Open Cup quarterfinals. Coach Eric Ramsay has built a resilient squad that’s lost just once in their last 10 matches across all competitions. The Loons have also dominated this fixture recently, winning three straight and going unbeaten in six against San Jose.
San Jose Earthquakes
Position: 7th in Western Conference (28 points)
Last 5 Matches: D–D–W–D–L
Away Record: 3W–2D–1L in last 6 road games
Goals Scored: 41 Goals Conceded: 33
San Jose is unbeaten in their last four MLS matches, but three of those were draws, including a 1–1 result vs. NYRB. They were eliminated from the US Open Cup by Austin FC on penalties after a 2–2 draw. Coach Bruce Arena will rely on his attacking trio to break Minnesota’s home dominance, though the Quakes haven’t won at Allianz Field since 2018.
Predicted Lineups & Key Players
Minnesota United FC
Predicted XI: St. Clair; Gressel, Diaz, Harvey, Rosales; Jeonge, Trapp, Gene, Hlongwane; Oluwaseyi, Yeboah
Key Absences: Wessel Speel (shoulder injury)
Player to Watch: Kelvin Yeboah – 4 goals in last 6 matches, including a brace vs. Chicago Fire
San Jose Earthquakes
Predicted XI: Daniel; Rodrigues, Munie, Romney; Ricketts, Leroux, Kaye, Costa; Espinoza, Judd, Arango
Key Absences: DeJuan Jones (suspension), Noel Buck & Niko Tsakiris (injuries)
Player to Watch: Cristian Espinoza – 8 assists, 5 goals; key playmaker in transition
Tactical Matchup & Betting Trends
Minnesota Strengths: Home form, attacking depth, midfield control
San Jose Strengths: Road resilience, counterattack threat, set-piece efficiency
Betting Tip: Minnesota has scored in five straight matches, while San Jose has found the net in seven consecutive games. Expect a goal-heavy contest, with Minnesota favored due to form and head-to-head dominance.
Match Details
Fixture: Minnesota United vs San Jose Earthquakes
Date: Saturday, July 13, 2025
Time: 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT
Venue: Allianz Field, Saint Paul, MN
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
MATCH ODDS
Minnesota United FC – 110 Draw + 285 San Jose Earthquakes + 240
Over 3.5 + 115 Under 3.5 – 150
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 11, 2025
