San Jose Earthquakes claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Vancouver Whitecaps in MLS action on 22 March, with Beau Leroux's solitary goal proving decisive in a match defined by Vancouver's dominance without reward. The Whitecaps dominated territorially, registering 12 shots and 6 on target, accumulating 1.21 expected goals, yet their goalkeeper produced an exceptional 100 per cent save rate to keep them in the contest. San Jose, operating in a compact 4-2-3-1 formation, were far more clinical, generating only 0.65 xG from their 6 attempts but converting their limited opportunities. Vancouver's attacking threat was ultimately blunted by San Jose's organised defence and the Earthquakes' clinical finishing, with Leroux's goal standing as the difference between two evenly matched sides tactically. The result represents a frustrating outcome for the home side despite their superior shot volume and expected goals. Whitecaps' inability to convert clear-cut chances proved costly against a pragmatic away team.