Los Angeles FC (LAFC) will host the San Jose Earthquakes in a highly anticipated Major League Soccer (MLS) match on Sunday. After suffering their first loss of the season against Portland, LAFC aims to bounce back against a formidable San Jose team that has won four consecutive matches. LAFC recently advanced to the semifinals of the Concacaf Champions Cup, drawing 1-1 with Cruz Azul, thanks to a last-minute goal from Denis Bouanga and a stellar performance by goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, who made eight saves. LAFC currently holds a record of 10 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses across all competitions in 2026 and is two points behind both San Jose and the Vancouver Whitecaps for the top position in the Western Conference. The Earthquakes, meanwhile, have been prolific in attack, scoring 13 goals this season and will have star forward Timo Werner back in action after recovering from injury. The match is set to test LAFC's impressive home record, where they have outscored opponents 17-1 at BMO Stadium this year. Head coach Marc Dos Santos emphasized the challenge posed by San Jose's cohesive play and strong defense, highlighting the importance of a focused performance from his team.