For all the Quakes’ improvements this season, none stand as impressive as their defensive record. Without any massive moves in the back, Arena built one of the best backlines in MLS. A team synonymous with leaky defenses in seasons past now rests its laurels on stopping goals. Coming into the season, most expected that the addition of Werner would make …
At the World Cup break, the San Jose Earthquakes seem poised to have their best regular season since 2012. Out of seemingly spare parts, Arena built a squad capable of competing with any MLS side. Even as old ghosts start to creep in, there’s little doubt that hope and excitement have returned to the Bay. Barring a poor run in …
Over the past week, the San Jose Earthquakes experienced their worst run yet after a magnificent start to the season. Only one point over three games marked the team’s first real skid. With injuries and match congestion really impacting the team, they are in desperate need of a break. Despite their fantastic stretch up to this week, the bill was …
In the entirety of their history, the San Jose Earthquakes remain without an appearance in the US Open Cup final. For one of the oldest teams in US soccer history, such little Open Cup success feels impossible. With the club enjoying its best start to the season ever, Arena positioned the team well to reach that elusive final finally. The …
The 2026 Heritage Cup and competition will be decided on Wednesday night, May 15, in Seattle, starting at 6:30 PM PST. The Sounders won the first leg in San Jose 1-0 on a goal by Rothrock on March 15. That means that a draw or Seattle victory on Wednesday will keep the Cup in Seattle. The Sounders won the competition …
As the Quakes continue their insane start to the season, a picture of the team and its needs is starting to emerge. Bruce Arena, to his credit, found a way to build a winning side with a roster no one expected to perform at this level. To truly solidify themselves as one of the favorites for both the MLS Cup …
After being down for a decent amount of time against both Austin FC and Saint Louis City, an older version of the Quakes returned. Over a decade after the team struck the MLS by storm in 2012, winning the Supporters’ Shield, that same success finally seems on the verge of returning to the Bay. Not only are the results coming …
One of the projects the Quakes have attempted over the past five seasons has been player development. Every manager during this period struggled to implement a system that made the most of the productive academy. After putting youth development as a lower-priority issue last season, Arena has fully accepted the movement. Unable or unwilling to spend as their rivals, the …
With Timo Werner sidelined for most of the season so far, a step back in the team’s offense may have been expected. Given the team’s defensive tilt, Arena’s offensive changes seem to have gone relatively unnoticed. However, against Sporting KC, the free-flowing attack stole the show. Last season revolved around Arena shoehorning in three very talented but mismatched attackers. While …
After convincingly beating San Diego, Arena’s new look Quakes look to be real contenders in a relatively open Western Conference. Standing atop the conference with LAFC and Vancouver, they have already exceeded expectations. This hot start to the season, which includes beating some heavyweights, continues to push the belief that this team could be a dangerous playoff side. With six …
