San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
Read our San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo prediction with top betting picks, projected lineups, odds, and Same Game Parlay analysis for this MLS game.
Grayson Parker - September 12, 2026, 4:42 PM EDT
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Competition | Major League Soccer |
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Game Date | September 12, 2026 |
Game Time | 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | San Jose, PayPal Park |
The San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo prediction points to a lively Western Conference clash at PayPal Park, where a mid-table home side host one of the division's front-runners.
San Jose come in fifth in the Western Conference with 38 points from 24 games, freshly buoyed by a chaotic 3-2 road win at San Diego FC that snapped an eight-game winless run.
Houston sit second, three points behind leaders Vancouver Whitecaps, after Mateusz Bogusz's late strike sealed a 2-1 home win over Real Salt Lake in midweek.
These two rarely disappoint for goals, and both teams have scored in eight of the last 10 meetings between San Jose Earthquakes and Houston Dynamo FC in Major League Soccer.
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Recent Results
San Jose finally found a spark, winning a chaotic five-goal thriller 3-2 at San Diego FC that ended an eight-game winless run, with both sides down to 10 men. Niko Tsakiris ran the show with a goal and two assists, earning an MLS Team of the Matchday nod. The Quakes sit fifth in the West on 38 points, dangerous in transition but shaky at the back.
Houston are humming, going unbeaten across 11 of their last 12 games in Major League Soccer. Mateusz Bogusz's 87th-minute winner beat Real Salt Lake 2-1 in midweek after Guilherme opened the scoring, and the Dynamo sit second in the West on 43 points, just three behind Vancouver. Ben Olsen's group defends leads well and takes plenty of shots.
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
San Jose Earthquakes: T. Werner (Injured/out), D. Jones (Injured/out), E. E. Jr. (Injured/out), D. Johnson (Injured/out), N. Adimabua (Injured/out), P. Judd (Injured/doubtful), M. Floriani (Suspended)
Houston Dynamo: J. Maurer (Injured/out), M. Saracchi (Injured/out), L. Foster (Injured/out)
San Jose Earthquakes
San Jose are sweating on Preston Judd, who picked up a knock against San Diego FC in midweek and is doubtful. Max Floriani is suspended after his red card last time out, adding to a lengthy injury list that already sidelines Timo Werner. That opens the door for Ousseni Bouda to lead the line, with Niko Tsakiris pulling the strings behind him.
Houston Dynamo
Houston are in good shape, with Felipe Andrade back available after serving his suspension and no changes expected from Ben Olsen following the Real Salt Lake win. Jimmy Maurer, Lyle Foster and Marcelo Saracchi remain unavailable for the visitors, but the attacking pair of Guilherme and Mateusz Bogusz stays intact up top.
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Predicted Lineup
San Jose Earthquakes
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Predicted Starting Lineup (probable): A. Gunn; R. Roberts, D. Romney, D. Munie; V. Costa, R. Vieira, B. Leroux, J. Jasinski; N. Tsakiris, E. Löwen; O. Bouda
Houston Dynamo
Formation: 4-4-2
Predicted Starting Lineup (probable): J. Bond; F. Negri, A. Carlos, L. Halter, L. Ennali; I. Aliyu, Artur, H. Herrera, A. Bouzat; M. Bogusz, Guilherme
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Key Stats & Game Facts
- Houston Dynamo FC have had 7+ corners in 5 of their last 5 games vs San Jose Earthquakes (Major League Soccer).
- Houston are undefeated in 11 of their last 12 games in Major League Soccer.
- Guilherme has scored in 5 of their last 8 games (Major League Soccer).
- Guilherme has recorded 1+ shots on target in 8 of their last 10 games (Major League Soccer).
- Mateusz Bogusz has attempted 4+ shots in 3 of their last 4 games (Major League Soccer).
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our prediction leans toward the in-form visitors edging this one. Houston have gone unbeaten across 11 of their last 12 in MLS and boast the sharper attack, and with San Jose missing bodies and shaky defensively, the forecast points to a 2-1 Dynamo win in a game that should produce goals at both ends.
Best Picks
Back Eduard Löwen to register a goal or an assist in the To Score Or Assist market. In the To Score Or Assist market, Löwen sits in the advanced playmaker role right in the thick of the action, with San Jose projected as home favorites and an expected output around 1.44 goals. The model gives him a strong probability of a goal contribution, offering real value against the market.
Back Ousseni Bouda to record Over 0.5 shots on target in the Player Shots On Target market. In the Player Shots On Target market, with Preston Judd doubtful, Bouda leads the line as San Jose's central striker and should see plenty of looks. He has hit the target at least once across each of his last 4 outings in MLS, and the model projects better than a 70% probability he does so again here.
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Same Game Parlay
This four-leg Same Game Parlay leans on the visitors' attacking pair plus the physical edge this matchup usually brings, pairing Guilherme and Bogusz output with cards for a San Jose defender and Bouda's shooting.
Guilherme Augusto to score anytime looks strong. He has found the net across 5 of his most recent 8 appearances in MLS and is central to Houston's attack.
Reid Roberts to be shown a card fits the pattern. San Jose have collected 2+ cards across 5 of their last 7 games against Houston in MLS, and Roberts has been carded twice in his last 3 outings.
Ousseni Bouda Over 0.5 shots on target is reliable. He has put at least one shot on target during 4 consecutive MLS appearances while leading the San Jose attack.
Mateusz Bogusz Over 3.5 shots rounds it off. The midweek match-winner had 4+ shot attempts in 3 of his 4 most recent MLS outings and shoots on sight.
Right now, this Same Game Parlay pays a best price of +3500, with the shortest available price also +3500 elsewhere. The spread between the best and worst available price amounts to $0 on a $10 stake.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Talking Points
There's a real sideline storyline here, with San Jose head coach Bruce Arena having previously coached Houston boss Ben Olsen at D.C. United and with the U.S. Men's National Team after first recruiting him to the University of Virginia. On the field, Houston arrive playing the best soccer in club history, their 43 points through 24 games the highest total the franchise has ever posted at this stage, topping the mark set in 2012. San Jose will lean on Niko Tsakiris, who was named to the MLS Team of the Matchday for Matchday 25 after his one-goal, two-assist showing at San Diego FC. With both teams scoring in eight of the last 10 meetings, expect an open, physical night at PayPal Park.
San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo Predictions FAQs
When is the San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo US MLS game?
The game is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT.
Where is San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo being played?
The game will be played at PayPal Park in San Jose.
What is the latest team news for San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo?
San Jose Earthquakes are monitoring Preston Judd following a knock, while Max Floriani is suspended. Houston Dynamo welcome back Felipe Andrade from suspension, though Jimmy Maurer, Lyle Foster, and Marcelo Saracchi are ruled out.
What is the score prediction for San Jose Earthquakes vs Houston Dynamo?
The pre-game forecast projects a 2-1 victory for Houston Dynamo, who enter the game sitting second in the Western Conference standings.
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