MLS 2020: San Jose Earthquakes vs Minnesota United – tactical analysis

In the latest MLS match week, San Jose Earthquakes hosted Minnesota United. The Earthquakes were hoping to find their first win of the season after making a comeback against Toronto FC in their opening game week to level the scores 2-2. Minnesota United, on the other hand, were looking to extending their positive start to their season after winning their opening fixture against Portland 3-1.

The match ended with Minnesota smashing San Jose Earthquakes by a score of 5-2. However, the scoreline didnt necessarily reflect the script of the game. The home side dominated possession. At the end of the day, though, set pieces and aerial dominance won Minnesota United the game after they took advantage of the opportunities they were given. This tactical analysis will identify exactly why the match ended the way that it did.

Lineups

San Jose Earthquakes head coach Matías Almeyda sent out an unchanged starting eleven from his match against Toronto FC in the opening match week. The Argentine manager stuck with his 4-2-3-1 formation that saw his side make an impressive comeback against Greg Vanney and the 2017 MLS Cup winners.

Adrian Heath also trusted his starting eleven that beat Portland in their first match. In their 4-4-2 formation, Luis Amarilla acted as the highest attacker, with Kevin Molino dropping slightly behind his partner.

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