San Jose vs Seattle Prediction, Odds, MLS Picks 3/29/2025

With the SJ Earthquakes riding a concerning three-game losing streak and struggling to keep clean sheets in recent matches, Sunday's showdown at PayPal Park could reveal whether they can turn their fortunes around against a historically favorable opponent.

Seattle arrives after a goalless draw with Houston, but their road form raises questions about their ability to capitalize on San Jose's defensive vulnerabilities, despite missing key players including Jordan Morris who netted twice in their last meeting.

Recent history between these sides has heavily favored the Quakes with three wins in their last six encounters—including a thrilling 2-2 draw in their September meeting—setting the stage for what promises to be another tightly contested battle between SJ Earthquakes vs Seattle Sounders.

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SJ Earthquakes vs. Seattle Sounders preview

The San Jose Earthquakes host Seattle Sounders at PayPal Park this Sunday in what's shaping up to be a tense affair between two Western Conference rivals searching for form.

The Quakes enter this matchup on a brutal three-game losing skid, most recently getting hammered 4-1 by Charlotte FC despite creating 26 shots, showing their attacking intent isn't translating to results.

Cristian Arango remains San Jose's bright spot with three goals this season, but their defensive struggles—conceding in five of their last six matches—could prove costly unless Bruce Arena finds quick solutions with Kikanović, López, and Costa all sidelined.

Seattle's not exactly flying either, coming off a goalless draw against Houston and dealing with significant absences including Jordan Morris, who scored both goals in their previous 2-2 draw with San Jose last September.

History favors the home side with San Jose winning three of their last six encounters against Seattle, while the Sounders haven't managed a single victory in that span.

Brian Schmetzer's squad has found the net just six times in their last six outings while leaking nine goals, suggesting their normally sturdy defense is showing cracks.

Both teams being level on points in the standings adds extra spice to this clash, with neither side willing to concede ground in what's becoming a crucial early-season fixture.

Given their recent head-to-head tendency for goals—averaging 3.33 per game in their last six matchups—don't be surprised if we see another high-scoring draw like their last 2-2 encounter, though Seattle's poor away form makes this anyone's game.