San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas predictions, May 16, 2026

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San Jose Earthquakes

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As the San Jose Earthquakes prepare to host FC Dallas on May 16, 2026, fans can anticipate an intriguing matchup marked by recent form and tactical approaches. The Earthquakes come into this fixture with a favorable run, having secured victories in three of their last five matches. Their offensive strategy has been effective, showcasing a blend of pace and technical ability that challenges opposing defenses.

In contrast, FC Dallas has seen a mixed bag of results lately, winning just two of their last five encounters. While they possess a solid defensive structure, their offensive output has been inconsistent, which could pose challenges against a revitalized San Jose side.

Bookmakers indicate a strong preference for the home team, with odds of 1.53 suggesting a significant likelihood of a San Jose victory. Our predictive model aligns with this sentiment, assigning a 63.7% probability to a home win, while forecasting a draw at 20.4% and an away win for FC Dallas at 16.6%.

In conclusion, while San Jose’s current form makes them the favorites, soccer often yields unexpected results, and both teams will be eager to solidify their strategies for a critical three points in the MLS standings.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-05-11T18:52:04+00:00.

San Jose
61.6%
Draw
21%
Dallas
17.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

Outrights of MLS San Jose Earthquakes: 4.65% FC Dallas: 1.39%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.52 4.45 5.9
MarathonBet 1.57 4.73 5.46 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.53 4.2 5
Pinnacle 1.53 4.56 5.36

Latest Results

09.05.26 San Jose Earthquakes – Vancouver Whitecaps – 1:1
02.05.26 Toronto FC – San Jose Earthquakes – 1:1
28.04.26 San Jose Earthquakes – Minnesota United – 4:2
25.04.26 St. Louis City SC – San Jose Earthquakes – 2:3
22.04.26 San Jose Earthquakes – Austin FC – 5:1
09.05.26 FC Dallas – Real Salt Lake – 3:1
02.05.26 New York Red Bulls – FC Dallas – 0:2
25.04.26 Seattle Sounders FC – FC Dallas – 2:1
22.04.26 FC Dallas – Minnesota United – 0:1
18.04.26 FC Dallas – Los Angeles Galaxy – 2:2

Facts

  • Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, San Jose won 2.
  • San Jose is showing really good form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Dallas‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • In this match, San Jose is a strong favorite.
  • We predict that San Jose will win today’s game, with odds of 1.53.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, San Jose won 6 matches, drew 11 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 32:28. (average 1.6:1.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, San Jose won 3 matches, drew 7 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 18:15. (average 1.6:1.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    16.07.25 San Jose Earthquakes – FC Dallas – 2:2
    25.06.25 FC Dallas – San Jose Earthquakes – 2:4
    02.10.24 San Jose Earthquakes – FC Dallas – 3:2
    24.02.24 FC Dallas – San Jose Earthquakes – 2:1
    07.10.23 FC Dallas – San Jose Earthquakes – 1:1

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 San Jose Earthquakes 12 9 2 1 27:8 19 29
    2 Vancouver Whitecaps 11 8 2 1 27:7 20 26
    3 Los Angeles FC 12 6 3 3 20:12 8 21
    4 Seattle Sounders 10 6 3 1 14:6 8 21
    5 Minnesota United 12 6 3 3 16:18 -2 21
    6 Real Salt Lake 11 6 1 4 20:17 3 19
    7 FC Dallas 12 5 4 3 23:16 7 19
    8 Houston Dynamo 11 6 0 5 17:19 -2 18
    9 Los Angeles Galaxy 12 4 4 4 18:18 0 16
    10 Austin FC 12 3 5 4 18:21 -3 14
    11 Colorado Rapids 12 4 1 7 22:20 2 13
    12 Portland Timbers 11 4 1 6 19:21 -2 13
    13 San Diego FC 12 3 4 5 20:20 0 13
    14 St. Louis City 11 2 3 6 10:18 -8 9
    15 Sporting Kansas City 11 1 2 8 8:32 -24 5

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 11 7 3 1 23:8 15 24
    2 New England Revolution 11 7 1 3 20:13 7 22
    3 Inter Miami 12 6 4 2 26:21 5 22
    4 Chicago Fire 11 5 2 4 20:14 6 17
    5 DC United 12 4 4 4 15:17 -2 16
    6 FC Cincinnati 12 4 4 4 24:27 -3 16
    7 New York City 12 4 3 5 22:18 4 15
    8 Charlotte 12 4 3 5 20:21 -1 15
    9 New York Red Bulls 12 4 3 5 19:28 -9 15
    10 Toronto FC 12 3 5 4 20:24 -4 14
    11 CF Montreal 11 4 0 7 16:23 -7 12
    12 Columbus Crew 12 3 3 6 16:19 -3 12
    13 Atlanta Utd 12 3 1 8 13:20 -7 10
    14 Orlando City 12 3 1 8 16:34 -18 10
    15 Philadelphia Union 12 1 3 8 10:19 -9 6

    MLS Outrights

    1. Inter Miami: 5.04 (13.84%)

    2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.08 (9.85%)

    3. Los Angeles FC: 7.48 (9.33%)

    4. Nashville SC: 14.6 (4.78%)

    5. FC Cincinnati: 15 (4.65%)

    6. San Jose Earthquakes: 15 (4.65%)

    7. Cincinnati: 15 (4.65%)

    8. San Diego FC: 17 (4.1%)

    9. Seattle Sounders: 17 (4.1%)

    10. New York City: 20.2 (3.45%)

    11. Houston Dynamo: 24.6 (2.84%)

    12. Minnesota United: 25.2 (2.77%)

    13. New England Revolution: 25.2 (2.77%)

    14. Columbus Crew: 34.8 (2%)

    15. Los Angeles Galaxy: 34.8 (2%)

    16. Toronto FC: 34.8 (2%)

    17. New York Red Bulls: 41 (1.7%)

    18. Orlando City: 41 (1.7%)

    19. Real Salt Lake: 41 (1.7%)

    20. Charlotte FC: 41 (1.7%)

    21. Chicago Fire: 41 (1.7%)

    22. Charlottenlund: 41 (1.7%)

    23. Charlotte Eagles: 41 (1.7%)

    24. FC Dallas: 50.2 (1.39%)

    25. DC United: 50.2 (1.39%)

    26. Toronto: 51 (1.37%)

    27. Atlanta United: 80.2 (0.87%)

    28. Austin: 100 (0.7%)

    29. Colorado Rapids: 100.2 (0.7%)

    30. Portland Timbers: 100.2 (0.7%)

    31. Philadelphia Union: 100.2 (0.7%)

    32. Austin FC: 101 (0.69%)

    33. CF Montreal: 110.2 (0.63%)

    34. St. Louis City: 110.2 (0.63%)

    35. Sporting Kansas City: 130.2 (0.54%)

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