Kickoff
Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at CenturyLink Field. The game marks the Earthquakes' second consecutive road contest and first match against Seattle Sounders FC this season.
Broadcast Information
The game will be aired live on CSN California, 1590 KLIV (English) and 1370 KZSF (Spanish).
One In, One Out
The Earthquakes starting XI will see another shakeup against Seattle, with one regular starter out and another returning. Center back Andres Imperiale will likely be back in San Jose’s lineup after missing their last match due to suspension. Anibal Godoy will be forced to sit out the match after receiving two yellow cards against Philadelphia Union last week.
Maintaining the Trend
The Earthquakes went undefeated against Seattle Sounders FC last season, accumulating a 2-0-1 record in their three match-ups. Both of San Jose’s wins against Seattle came on the road and they were the only team in Major League Soccer last season to beat them twice at CenturyLink Field. They haven’t lost to Sounders FC since May 17, 2014 in Seattle and are looking to continue their success.
A Familiar Foe
Earthquakes forward Chad Barrett could make his season debut against his former team on Saturday after returning from a groin injury. Barrett tallied 12 goals and an assist in 44 games for Seattle over the past two seasons.
Race for the Cup
Saturday’s clash marks the first of the year between the two West Coast rivals. San Jose is looking to win their third straight Heritage Cup and fourth of the last five.
