The Seattle Sounders are coming off a decent 1-0 win over the New York Red Bulls over the weekend. Tonight, they host the San Jose Earthquakes in the first match of the Heritage Cup in 2023. San Jose are an improved side this season and boast an MVP-candidate player in Cristian Espinoza. Will the Sounders continue their winning ways or face another setback? Let’s dive in and see.

One key stat

14 — San Jose is winless in 14 straight road matches (4 D, 10 L). The Earthquakes also possess the MLS record for longest run without an away win — 20 matches in 2008-09.