San Jose Earthquakes Visit Sporting Kansas City Amid Record-Breaking Start
The San Jose Earthquakes bring a historic start to the 2026 MLS season as they travel to face Sporting Kansas City at Children’s Mercy Park on Saturday, April 11, 2026. While San Jose enters the match in dominant form, Sporting KC looks to recover from a challenging opening stretch of the season.
Match Details and Coverage
The clash is scheduled for 8:30 PM local time (5:30 PM PT) on April 11, 2026. Fans can catch the action via Apple TV, which provides global English and Spanish coverage. Local radio broadcasts for San Jose will be available on KSFO 810 AM and La Kaliente 1370 AM.
Team Form and Standings
The two clubs enter this matchup on opposite ends of the spectrum in the current MLS standings:
San Jose Earthquakes: A Historic Run
San Jose is currently enjoying a club-record start, holding the 3rd position in the standings. With a record of 5-0-1, the Earthquakes have amassed 15 points over six games. Their offensive efficiency is led by forward D. Joveljic, who has scored four goals in six matches.
Sporting Kansas City: Searching for Consistency
Sporting KC has struggled early in the season, currently ranking 15th with a record of 1-1-4 and 4 points. The team is looking to discover a spark at home after a difficult opener against San Jose earlier this year, where they were defeated 3-0.
Key Players to Watch
- D. Joveljic (San Jose): The primary offensive threat with 4 goals and 1 assist in 6 matches.
- S. Suleymanov (San Jose): A key forward contributing 1 goal in 6 appearances.
- Daniel Munie (San Jose): A defender who has already contributed 2 goals this season.
- N. Tsakiris (San Jose): A versatile midfielder with 2 goals and 2 assists.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Statistic | Sporting Kansas City | San Jose Earthquakes |
|---|---|---|
| Current Record | 1-1-4 | 5-0-1 |
| Points | 4 | 15 |
| Total Goals | 6 | 10 |
| Goal Difference | -8 | 9 |
| Goals Against | 14 | 1 |
Key Takeaways
- Defensive Dominance: San Jose has been nearly impenetrable, conceding only one goal in six matches.
- Historical Context: This match follows a 3-0 victory for San Jose over Sporting KC on February 21, 2026.
- Venue: The game takes place at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kansas.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the match start?
The match kicks off at 8:30 PM on April 11, 2026. Where can I watch the game?
The match will be broadcast globally on Apple TV. What is the current form of the San Jose Earthquakes?
San Jose is in exceptional form with a 5-0-1 record, placing them 3rd in the league.
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