Dynamo FC Shut Out at PayPal Park by Earthquakes

A Hard-Fought Defense Falls Short

The Houston Dynamo FC traveled to California on Sunday, September 13, 2026, facing a difficult challenge against the San Jose Earthquakes at PayPal Park. Despite a disciplined defensive effort, the visiting side could not find the back of the net and ultimately left with a 1-0 defeat. The loss drops Houston’s record to 13-4-8 on the season, while San Jose improves their standing to 12-5-8.

The Decisive Moment

The match remained scoreless through the first half until the 38th minute, when San Jose broke the deadlock. Daniel Munie found space in the box and capitalized on the opportunity, firing past Houston’s goalkeeper to give the home side a narrow lead. That single goal proved to be the difference-maker for the remainder of the contest.

Offensive Struggles Continue

Houston struggled to generate consistent attacking pressure throughout the afternoon. Mateusz Bogusz led the Dynamo in total shots with three attempts, but they were unable to convert any of their chances into a tying goal. The Earthquakes’ defense held firm against Houston’s forward lines, limiting high-quality scoring opportunities.

For San Jose, Eduard Löwen also registered three total shots, providing some offensive support for Munie’s early strike. However, the primary credit for the result goes to the Earthquakes’ goalkeeper, Angus Gunn, who recorded six saves to preserve the clean sheet and secure the victory for his team.

Sources

ESPN