{"id":6739,"date":"2026-05-15T05:52:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T09:52:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/us\/?post_type=news&p=6739"},"modified":"2026-05-27T12:04:32","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T16:04:32","slug":"match-preview-seattle-sounders-vs-san-jose-earthquakes-05-13-26-mls","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/us\/news\/match-preview-seattle-sounders-vs-san-jose-earthquakes-05-13-26-mls\/","title":{"rendered":"Seattle Sounders vs San Jose Earthquakes Predictions, odds, picks & stats"},"content":{"rendered":"

Seattle Sounders host the San Jose Earthquakes at Lumen Field on Wednesday, May 13, kicking off at 10:30 PM ET.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The clash pits the Sounders \u2014 fourth in the Western Conference on 21 points \u2014 against the league-leading Quakes, who sit atop the overall standings with 29 points from 12 games. Head to our MLS hub<\/a> for the full standings picture.<\/p>\n

Both teams arrive on eight-match unbeaten run that have left them firmly among the Western frontrunners. The Quakes are the most prolific team in MLS with 27 goals scored and a staggering +19 goal difference, while the Sounders are quietly the best defensive side in the West with just six conceded in 10 games. Timo Werner and Niko Tsakiris are confirmed out for San Jose, which weakens their options through the middle and on the flanks.<\/p>\n

This is genuinely one of the best fixtures of the May 13 slate \u2014 two top teams in fine form, meeting at Lumen Field under lights. Check the MLS standings<\/a> for context.<\/p>\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Sportsbook<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Match Result: Draw<\/td>\n+275 @ bet365<\/a><\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nSeattle’s tight defense versus San Jose’s prolific attack with two key absentees \u2014 a share of the points is the likeliest outcome.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Preston Judd<\/strong> to score anytime<\/td>\n+210 @ bet365<\/a><\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nPreston Judd leads San Jose with eight goals in 2026; with Werner out, Judd carries even more of the Quakes’ attacking load.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Under 2.5 Goals<\/td>\n+135 @ bet365<\/a><\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nSeattle’s defense has conceded just six in 10 games; even the league’s best attack may find Lumen Field tough to crack.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2014 Yes<\/td>\n-187 @ bet365<\/a><\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nSan Jose have scored in 11 of their 12 league games; Seattle have scored in their last five. Both should find the net.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Correct Score: 1-1<\/td>\n+650 @ bet365<\/a><\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nA tight, hard-fought draw with one goal each reflects both teams’ defensive and attacking qualities.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

Our approach: Judd anytime goalscorer and BTTS Yes as the headline parlay in what promises to be a hard-fought contest.<\/p>\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n

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Prediction Markets: Live Odds & Win Probability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Match-specific prediction market pricing for Seattle Sounders vs San Jose Earthquakes has not yet surfaced at time of writing. The sportsbook read is the cleaner tool for this match. We’ll update here if and when Kalshi or Polymarket list the fixture.<\/p>\n\n

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Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n

San Jose Earthquakes lead the Western Conference — and the overall MLS standings — on 29 points from 12 games, a remarkable start to 2026. Seattle Sounders are fourth in the West on 21 points from 10 games (a game in hand on most Western Conference rivals), making Lumen Field a genuine fortress this season.<\/p>\n

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Team<\/th>\nConf Pos<\/th>\nGP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
San Jose Earthquakes<\/td>\n1st West<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n27<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n+19<\/td>\n29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seattle Sounders<\/td>\n4th West<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n+8<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Potential Match-Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n