Minnesota United showcased their offensive prowess as they defeated San José Earthquakes 4-1 in a match held at Allianz Field during Week 20 of MLS. The scoring for the home team began early with Tani Oluwaseyi hitting the net at the 1st minute. Kelvin Yeaboah extended the lead with a goal in the 41st minute, while Anthony Markanich and Joseph Rosales secured two more goals at the 50th and 49th minutes of the second half respectively. Bruno Wilson managed to score a consolation goal for the visitors in the 24th minute of the second half.
A standout moment of the match was Anthony Markanich’s incredible goal in the 50th minute of the first half. Receiving a pass from the left by Joaquín Pereyra, he executed a stunning shot, hitting it perfectly into the top left corner of the goal, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
Tani Oluwaseyi was undoubtedly the star of the game, contributing with one goal and two assists, while Kelvin Yeaboah also played a crucial role, netting one goal and attempting four shots on target against San José Earthquakes.
Head coach Eric Ramsay employed a 5-3-2 formation for Minnesota, with Dayne St. Clair guarding the goal; Julian Gressel, Nicolás Romero, Michael Boxall, Jefferson Díaz, and Anthony Markanich as defenders; Robin Lod, Wil Trapp, and Joaquín Pereyra in midfield; and Tani Oluwaseyi alongside Kelvin Yeaboah up front.
San José Earthquakes, managed by Bruce Arena, opted for a 3-4-3 strategy, featuring Daniel in goal; Rodrigues, Dave Romney, and Daniel Munie in defense; Ian Harkes, Benji Kikanovic, Beau Leroux, and Vitor Costa in midfield; with Cristian Arango, Ousseni Bouda, and Josef Martínez leading the attack.
The match was officiated by referee Ismir Pekmic.
Minnesota United will look to continue their momentum when they play against Los Angeles FC next, while San José Earthquakes are set to host FC Dallas at PayPal Park.
Substitutions for Minnesota United
61’ 2T – Carlos Harvey replaced Jefferson Díaz and Joseph Rosales took the field for Anthony Markanich.
76’ 2T – Bongokuhle Hlongwane came on for Julian Gressel.
84’ 2T – Morris Duggan replaced Joaquín Pereyra.
95’ 2T – Alisa Randell substituted Kelvin Yeaboah.
Substitutions for San José Earthquakes
30’ 1T – Nick Lima came on for Benji Kikanovic.
45’ 2T – Reid Roberts replaced Dave Romney.
67’ 2T – Bruno Wilson, Nikolas Tsakiris, and Preston Judd came on for Daniel Munie, Ousseni Bouda, and Vitor Costa respectively.
78’ 2T – Jamar Ricketts substituted Rodrigues.
Yellow Cards for San José Earthquakes:
9’ 1T – Ian Harkes (Simulation), 37’ 1T – Rodrigues (Unsportsmanlike behavior), 18’ 2T – Reid Roberts (Unsportsmanlike behavior), 20’ 2T – Daniel Munie (Verbal offense towards the referee), 38’ 2T – Cristian Arango (Verbal offense towards the referee).