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San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas Prediction

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San J

€34.33m

16 Jul22:30
2 : 2

FC Dallas

€35.28m

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San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas Prediction: Stats, Odds & Betting Tips

Welcome to your essential San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas prediction, where we blend sharp sports betting insight with storytelling and stats that matter. As the MLS season heats up, these two Western Conference sides meet at PayPal Park on July 17th, 2025, at 03:30 GMT, with both teams eager to climb the table and make their mark. Whether you’re here for the numbers, the narrative, or the best betting odds, this preview has you covered.

Key Stats and Betting Odds: What the Numbers Tell Us

Let’s start with the facts. On paper, San Jose Earthquakes hold the edge, sitting 18th with 28 points after 22 matches, while FC Dallas trail in 24th with 21 points. The betting odds favor San Jose at 1.57 for a home win, with a draw at 4.95 and Dallas at 4.95 for the away victory. Yet, as any seasoned punter knows, football rarely sticks to the script—especially in MLS, where unpredictability is part of the fun.

  • San Jose win: 1.57 odds
  • Draw: 4.95 odds
  • Dallas win: 4.95 odds

Recent form adds spice to this fixture. Dallas just stunned Inter Miami away (3:4, odds 5.5), showing they can upset the odds. San Jose, meanwhile, held Seattle Sounders to a gritty 2:2 draw (odds 7.0), proving they’re tough to beat at home. Their last head to head? A 3:2 thriller for San Jose, which hints at another high-scoring encounter on the cards.

AI Betting Tips: Value in Goals and Away Team to Score

Our AI’s top tip? AS (away team will score), with a robust 8.2/10 confidence and 1.36 odds. Despite being underdogs, Dallas have shown they can find the net on the road, and the data backs this up. With both teams scoring in 59.1% of MLS matches, and Dallas fresh from a four-goal away performance, the smart money is on them to get at least one here.

  • AI best tip: Away team will score (1.36 odds, 8.2/10 confidence)
  • 1x2 prediction: Away win (2), 4.95 odds, 1.5 confidence
  • Over 2.5 goals: 1.367 odds, 6.1 trust

The 1x2 market gives a nod to Dallas at 4.95 odds, though with moderate confidence (1.5). That’s a tempting price, especially considering Dallas’s recent giant-killing and the league’s away win rate of 25.6%. Still, home teams win 49% of the time in MLS—so don’t count San Jose out.

Expected Match Dynamics: Goals, Possession, and Discipline

The predicted final score is a wild 2:3 in favor of Dallas, with a halftime lead of 0:2 for the visitors. Expect San Jose to dominate possession (65%), fire off 17 shots (6 on target), and win 8 corners. Dallas, meanwhile, are forecasted to make the most of their 35% possession, with 10 shots (3 on target) and 3 corners. Discipline could play a role too, with San Jose likely to pick up 2 yellow cards and Dallas 3.

  1. Squad values: San Jose €34.953m, Dallas €35.28m—both have depth and impact players ready to make a difference.
  2. Over 2.5 goals: 58.1% of MLS games go over this line, and 79.4% see over 1.5 goals—expect fireworks.
  3. Head to head: Last meeting ended 3:2 for San Jose—history suggests another goal-fest.

San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas Prediction: Verdict & Best Bets

This fixture promises entertainment, drama, and, if history repeats, plenty of goals. The best value looks to be on Dallas to score (AS), with strong AI backing, and over 2.5 goals—both supported by league-wide trends and recent form. The away win at 4.95 odds is a bold shout, but not out of the question given Dallas’s recent exploits and the unpredictable nature of MLS.

So, whether you’re a stats nerd, a football romantic, or just here for the betting odds, this San Jose Earthquakes vs FC Dallas prediction gives you the edge. As always, remember: in football, the only certainty is uncertainty—so bet smart, enjoy the ride, and may your picks land in style!

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The best betting football prediction for San J vs FC Dallas

AS -278

FC Dallas is expected to score at least 1 goal with odds of -278
8/10

1x2 Tip

2 390

FC Dallas is expected to win with odds of 390
1/10

Total Goals

Over 2.5 -227

At least 3 goals will be scored in the match
6/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -192

Both teams are expected to score
6/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&O1.5 158

Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

2:3

Stats Predictions

65%
Ball Possession
35%
17
Total Shots
10
6
Shots on Goal
3
7
Shots Off Goal
4
8
Corners
3
2
Yellow Cards
3

Average / Match

3.2
Total Goals
3.5
1.6
Goals Scored
1.4
1.6
Goals Against
2.1
54%
Possession
40%
14.5
Total Shots
11
5.8
Shots on Goal
4.3
5.8
Shots off Goal
4.7
11.4
Fouls
12.8
7.4
Corners
3.7
2.3
Offsides
1.5
2.75
Yellow Cards
2.44
0.25
Red Cards
0.33
431
Total Passes
367

Overview Last 10 Matches

3
Wins
1
8
Over 1.5 Goals
8
5
Over 2.5 Goals
6
4
Over 3.5 Goals
5
8
Both Teams Scored
6
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

San Jose Earthquakes
10 - 14 - 7
FC Dallas
FC Dallas FC Dallas 26-Jun-25
2:4
San J San Jose Earthquakes
San Jose Earthquakes San J 03-Oct-24
3:2
FC Dallas FC Dallas
FC Dallas FC Dallas 25-Feb-24
2:1
San J San Jose Earthquakes
FC Dallas FC Dallas 08-Oct-23
1:1
San J San Jose Earthquakes
San Jose Earthquakes San J 28-May-23
1:1
FC Dallas FC Dallas
San Jose Earthquakes San J 18-Sep-22
1:1
FC Dallas FC Dallas
FC Dallas FC Dallas 14-Aug-22
4:1
San J San Jose Earthquakes
San Jose Earthquakes San J 07-Nov-21
1:1
FC Dallas FC Dallas
FC Dallas FC Dallas 12-Sep-21
1:1
San J San Jose Earthquakes
San Jose Earthquakes San J 24-Apr-21
3:1
FC Dallas FC Dallas

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