The Quakes (9-1-2, 29 points) still have the best record in MLS, though Vancouver (8-1-2, 26 points) has played one fewer game and has a better goal differential.
San Jose Earthquakes’ Dave Romney heads the ball against Vancouver Whitecaps’ Cheick Sabaly during the first half at PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif.
, on Saturday, May 9, 2026. forward Preston Judd scored on his first touch just more than three minutes into the game, but Vancouver Whitecaps FC outshot the Quakes 17-6, and potential U.S. World Cup selection Sebastian Berhalter scored the equalizer in the 76th minute. San Jose Earthquakes' Preston Judd kicks the ball against Vancouver Whitecaps during the second half at PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif. , on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
The Black and Blue were attempting to become the first team since the 2001 Miami Fusion to earn 21 points in their first 12 games. Playing in front of their second sellout crowd of the season, the Quakes got off to a perfect start. Paul Marie ran down the right side and delivered a pinpoint cross to Judd, who ran between two defenders and redirected the ball past goalie Yohei Takaoka.
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