SAN JOSE, Calif. — The Town FC, the San Jose Earthquakes’ MLS NEXT Pro team, has been named the league’s Team of the Month and Quakes’ Francesco Montali the Goalkeeper of the Month for August.
The third place Western Conference contenders earned 14 points across six matches in August (4-1-1), outscoring their opponents 11-6. Their 0-0 draw with Real Monarchs on Aug. 27 snapped a seven-game win-streak and nine-match unbeaten-streak for the Northern California side.
“I couldn’t be prouder of this group for earning Team of the Month,” said Dan DeGeer head coach of The Town FC. “What stands out most is their ability to find a way during challenging moments — showing resilience, unity, and belief in each other. This recognition is a reflection of their relentless spirit and the work they put in every day.”
Goalkeeper Francesco Montali secured two clean sheets in the month of August for Town FC. In a penalty shootout to decide the winner in a 0-0 draw with Real Monarchs on Aug. 27, the Miami, Florida, native made three consecutive saves to earn the additional point for his club.
“I’m incredibly proud of Francesco for earning Goalkeeper of the Month, said DeGeer. “His three saves in the penalty shootout were a big moment for us, but just as impressive has been his development throughout the year — growing in confidence, consistency, and leadership with every game.”
With just six games left in the regular season, Town FC are first in the MLS NEXT Pro Pacific Division and third in the Western Conference (12-5-5, 49 GF, 27 GA) with 44 points. They sit just one point behind second place St. Louis CITY 2 (16-4-4, 55 GF, 32 GA) with two matches behind.
The Town return home Saturday, Sept. 6, to face Portland Timbers 2. Kickoff from The Park at Saint Mary’s in Moraga, California, will take place at 5 p.m. PT. Tickets can be purchased at thetownfc.com/tickets.
