Kickoff: 7:00 p.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. CT
Venue: PayPal Park — San Jose, California
Broadcast: Paramount+ / CBS Sports Golazo Network
Weather Outlook — San Jose, CA (Inferred Seasonal Conditions)
No direct weather data was returned in search results; based on late‑April San Jose climate:
Temperature: Low‑60s at kickoff
Conditions: Clear, dry, light coastal breeze
Impact: Ideal for high‑tempo play; minimal weather disruption
Injury Report
Minnesota United FC
Peter Stroud — Quadriceps: Back in training; could return soon.
James Rodríguez — Illness: Played 66 minutes in previous Cup match; recovering well.
San Jose Earthquakes
Timo Werner — Lower body: Played one half and recorded an assist in last Cup match; confirmed fit.
Team Records & Recent Form
San Jose Earthquakes
Recent Results:
2–0 win vs. Phoenix Rising (U.S. Open Cup)
MLS form entering the match: W3–1, W3–0, W1–0, L1–0
Win Probability: 43.9% (home favorite)
Minnesota United FC
Recent Results:
Advanced after a 12‑round penalty shootout vs. Sacramento Republic following a 0–0 draw over 120 minutes.
MLS form entering the match: W2–1, W2–1, D0–0, L6–0
Win Probability: 28.6% (away underdog)
Series History (MLS Head‑to‑Head)
Minnesota has dominated the recent rivalry:
Jul 12, 2025: MIN 4–1 SJ
Mar 8, 2025: SJ 0–1 MIN
Aug 31, 2024: SJ 1–2 MIN
Jul 20, 2024: MIN 2–0 SJ
Sep 30, 2023: MIN 1–1 SJ
Trend: Minnesota unbeaten in last five vs. San Jose (4 wins, 1 draw).
Key Player Matchups
Timo Werner (SJ) vs. Minnesota’s Back Line
Returned from injury with an assist in the last Cup match.
His pace and directness will test Minnesota’s defensive shape.
Minnesota’s Midfield (Rodríguez, Stroud) vs. San Jose’s Press
Rodríguez’s return to fitness is crucial for ball progression.
Stroud’s potential availability adds stability.
Goalkeeper Duel: Alec Smir (MIN) vs. San Jose Attack
Smir was heroic in the 12‑round shootout vs. Sacramento.
San Jose enters with strong attacking form and multiple recent multi‑goal wins.
Venue Impact — PayPal Park
San Jose holds hosting priority and earned home field by winning their Round of 32 match.
Minnesota travels west after a grueling 120‑minute match + shootout.
Betting Trends
San Jose
4 wins in last 5 across all competitions.
Multiple clean sheets recently (2–0, 3–0, 1–0).
Minnesota
Riding emotional momentum after dramatic shootout win.
Historically strong vs. San Jose (4 wins in last 5).
MATCH ODDS
Minnesota United FC + 310
San Jose Earthquakes – 145
Draw + 310
Over 3.5 + 110 Under 3.5 – 165
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 27, 2026
