Seattle, South Africa - The Seattle Sounders secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes in a Major League Soccer (MLS) clash that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Danny Musovski emerged as the hero, bagging two crucial goals, while Pedro de la Vega contributed a goal and an assist to seal the win for the Sounders.
Musovski's Brace Leads Sounders to Victory
The match, played on Wednesday night, saw the Sounders improve their record to 10-6-7, while the Earthquakes' winless streak extended to six games (7-9-8).
San Jose initially took the lead in the 26th minute through Preston Judd, but Musovski quickly responded for the Sounders in the 28th minute, leveling the score at 1-1. Musovski then put the Sounders ahead in the 54th minute, capitalizing on a counter-attack and heading home a pass from de la Vega.
Earthquakes Fight Back, But Fall Short
Cristian Arango equalized for San Jose in the 64th minute, setting up a tense final stretch. However, de la Vega's stunning goal in the 69th minute, a well-placed shot from outside the area, proved to be the decisive moment, securing the victory for the Seattle Sounders.
- Musovski's two goals were his first multi-goal game since 2020.
- De la Vega's goal was a highlight-reel moment, showcasing his skill and precision.
- The Earthquakes' loss snapped their seven-game unbeaten streak against the Sounders.
Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer will be pleased with his team's resilience and attacking prowess, while Earthquakes coach Bruce Arena will be looking for his team to bounce back from this defeat. The Sounders and Earthquakes are scheduled to meet again on Saturday in Seattle, offering San Jose a chance for revenge.