San Jose Earthquakes vs Sporting Kansas City Prediction was posted on:
Our prediction for this match:
San Jose Earthquakes
Match Time & Date:
22/02/2026
20:30
Prediction:
2-1
Sporting Kansas City
San Jose Earthquakes
Sporting Kansas City
San Jose Earthquakes kick off the new MLS campaign high on confidence after three straight preseason wins, including a confident 2â0 victory over New York City in their final warm-up. As Sporting Kansas City are not regarded as good travellers, we predict a 2-1 home win. San Jose’s preseason metrics show strong attacking consistency: 1.40 goals scored per match, 0% failed-to-score rate, and xG 1.66 overall. Defensive issues remainâconceding 2.10 goals per matchâbut their ability to create chances, especially at home (xG 2.14), should give them an edge.Sporting Kansas City, on the other hand, defeated Austin FC in their last friendly game, but they struggled on the road last season. Their away numbers were worrying: 0% win rate in last five, 3.40 goals conceded per match, and 2.03 xGA, showing a fragile back line. Although the Wizards averaged 1.00 goal scored in all venues, their 40% failed-to-score rate overall highlights a team struggling for attacking rhythm.
