Leroux screamer gives San Jose 1-0 upset win at Vancouver

Earthquakes hand league-leading Whitecaps first loss, climbing to third in West standings despite Vancouver's dominance.

What happened

Beau Leroux rifled in a stunning goal at 45'+2 to put the San Jose Earthquakes 1-0 up against Vancouver Whitecaps at BC Place. San Jose withstood heavy pressure, with Vancouver holding 61.6% possession and 12-6 edge in shots including 6 on target. The visitors saw out the victory for a crucial road result.

Why it matters

Vancouver entered unbeaten at 4-0-0 and atop MLS standings as -175 ML favorites, making this a major upset for San Jose bettors. The win boosts Earthquakes to third in the Western Conference early in the season, while exposing vulnerabilities in a depleted Vancouver side missing Ryan Gauld. It underscores San Jose's defensive resilience, conceding just one prior goal in four matches.

The data edge

Pre-match odds: Vancouver ML @1.57 (-175), Under 3.5 Goals @1.68 (-147). Match stats: Vancouver 61.6% possession, 12 shots (6 SOT); San Jose 6 shots. Standings: Vancouver 1st pre-match (4-0-0); San Jose now 3rd West. Injuries/Absences: Vancouver - Ryan Gauld (knee), Ranko Veselinovic, Cubas; San Jose - Reid Roberts (suspension).

What to watch

Watch San Jose's clash with San Diego FC next; track Vancouver's recovery without Gauld and response to first defeat.