I'm very excited to be coming to San Jose and play in front of the Earthquakes fans. I describe myself as a ball-winner—a guy who breaks the other team's attack and then just gives it to the guys who can go and get the goals.
The San Jose Earthquakes extended their unbeaten streak to four games with a 1-1 draw against the New York Red Bulls, owing to an own goal in the 58th minute. Cristian Espinoza's cross was redirected into the net by New York's Mohammed Sofo. San Jose managed to equalize despite losing DeJuan Jones to a red card late in the match, forcing them to play a man short for the final 26 minutes. Emil Forsberg scored for New York, marking his second consecutive game with a goal, but they remain winless in their last four games.
Bruce Arena expressed his pleasant surprise at Beau Leroux's significant impact this season, highlighting his strong performance and contributions to the team's success with goals and assists.
"Messi has the economic impact of Taylor Swift," spokesperson Zachary Waldren said. "He's one of the biggest soccer players in the world, and what we're trying to showcase is San Jose as a marketplace where that world-renowned talent can come and experience what San Jose has to offer."