San Jose Earthquakes vs. Inter Miami: MLS Match Predictions

On Thursday, at PayPal Park, the San Jose Earthquakes and Inter Miami will meet for a second time in Major League Soccer.

The hosts aim for their fourth victory of the season and third in a row in the league, while the visitors aim for their third win in their last six Premier League games.

Previous Matches and Head-to-head

The San Jose Earthquakes have bounced back impressively, winning three straight in all competitions after a tough run in April. Their latest 2-0 victory over Colorado Rapids, with goals from Dejuane Jones and Cristian Arango, lifted them to 7th in the Western Conference on 16 points — six behind second-place Minnesota United. While their defense remains shaky with 20 goals conceded, they boast the league's best attack with 26 goals, including 16 in their last six MLS matches.

Inter Miami, meanwhile, suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Minnesota United, halting hopes of back-to-back league wins for the first time since March. Javier Mascherano's side sits fourth in the Eastern Conference with 21 points from 11 games, though their form has dipped — just two wins in their last six league outings.

Despite defensive struggles—they have conceded nine in their last five—Miami has been strong on the road in 2025, with three away wins—tied for most in the league. A win in San Jose could lift them to third, depending on other results.

San Jose Earthquakes x Inter Miami Team News

It will be Josef Martinez's fourth straight absence from action due to a leg injury he sustained on April 27 versus Columbus Crew.

Bruno Wilson will also not be part of Arena's plans after coming off the field injured in a game against Los Angeles earlier in the season.

Meanwhile, Mascherano may start the same lineup that lost 4-1 the previous time out without David Ruiz and Drake Callender.

With Benjamin Cremaschi and Telasco Segovia at his side, captain and talisman Lionel Messi will spearhead the attack.

In the park's center, Sergio Busquets is likely to be joined by Federico Redondo and Yannick Bright.

Our predictions

Full-time draw @ 3.80 on Sky247.ng

Given Earthquakes' current success, a win seems inevitable. However, the hosts have a little challenge in this matchup due to Inter Miami's away record; considering the offensive power of both teams, a 2-2 draw seems most plausible.

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