Earthquakes Edge Dynamo 1-0 With Munie Strike

A Narrow Victory for the Quakes

The San Jose Earthquakes secured a 1-0 victory over the Houston Dynamo FC on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at PayPal Park. The match featured a single goal, which proved sufficient for the home side to claim the three points.

Daniel Munie was the decisive factor, finding the back of the net in the 38th minute to give San Jose the lead they would hold onto until the final whistle. The result improves the Earthquakes’ standing, though the Dynamo remain in strong form as well.

Goal Breakdown

The only action of the contest came with just over twenty minutes remaining in the second half. In the 38th minute, Daniel Munie scored for the San Jose Earthquakes. This was the sole goal of the match.

The Houston Dynamo FC were unable to find an equalizer, leaving the scoreboard unchanged at 1-0. No other goals were recorded, and the final tally stands with San Jose at one goal and Houston at zero. The match concluded without any additional scoring events or changes to the initial result established by Munie.

Defensive Standout

Goalkeeper Angus Gunn was instrumental in protecting the lead for the San Jose Earthquakes. He recorded six saves during the match, demonstrating a resilient performance between the posts that helped secure the clean sheet. His efforts were crucial in preventing the Houston Dynamo FC from creating significant chances to level the game.

The defensive solidity displayed by the Earthquakes was a key component of their success in this tight encounter.

Post-Match Records

Following the result, the San Jose Earthquakes now hold a record of 12 wins, 5 losses, and 8 draws. The Houston Dynamo FC have a record of 13 wins, 4 losses, and 8 draws. Both teams continue their seasons with these updated standings.

The match was played at PayPal Park in San Jose, California, with San Jose serving as the home team and Houston as the visitors. The final score remains San Jose Earthquakes 1, Houston Dynamo FC 0.

Sources

ESPN