San Jose Earthquakes II 1:2 Tacoma Defiance — Match Report

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Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Tacoma Defiance came from behind to beat San Jose Earthquakes II 2-1 in MLS Next Pro. Edwyn Mendoza's 64th-minute goal gave the hosts the lead, but Tacoma won it with a late turnaround.

Mark Bronnik equalised in the 83rd minute, and Mark O'Neill completed the fightback in the 90th after Charlie Gaffney's assist. Xavi Gnaulati, Jared Rios and Edwyn Mendoza were booked between the 69th and 78th minutes.

San Jose had more of the ball, finishing with 58% possession and 399 accurate passes to Tacoma's 270. Tacoma, though, registered 16 shots to 12 and expected goals of 2.53 to 1.34, and both goalkeepers made four saves.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of San Jose Earthquakes II vs Tacoma Defiance?

San Jose Earthquakes II 1-2 Tacoma Defiance (MLS Next Pro).

Who scored?

Edwyn Mendoza (64') for San Jose Earthquakes II; Mark Bronnik (83') for Tacoma Defiance; Mark O'Neill (90', assist Charlie Gaffney) for Tacoma Defiance.

Was Tacoma Defiance's win deserved?

Yes — Tacoma Defiance were on top for most of the match.

Were there any cards in San Jose Earthquakes II vs Tacoma Defiance?

Yellow cards: Xavi Gnaulati (Tacoma Defiance); Jared Rios (Tacoma Defiance); Edwyn Mendoza (San Jose Earthquakes II).

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