Evander and Jabbari Seal Comeback as FC Cincinnati Edges San Jose 4-2

Late Goals Decide the Outcome

Evander and Ayoub Jabbari provided the decisive strikes in the final stages of play, propelling FC Cincinnati past the San Jose Earthquakes with a 4-2 result on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The victory was secured at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, where the home side rallied from an initial deficit to claim all three points.

Early Exchange and Equilibrium

The match began with San Jose taking the lead early in the first half. In the 26th minute, Daniel Munie found the back of the net for the visitors, giving the Earthquakes a 1-0 advantage. FC Cincinnati responded quickly, leveling the score just seven minutes later when Bryan Ramírez scored in the 33rd minute. The teams remained deadlocked at 1-1 until the second half commenced.

Second Half Surge

San Jose regained the lead early in the second period. Timo Werner capitalized on an opportunity in the 56th minute to make it 2-1 for the visiting team. However, FC Cincinnati mounted a significant offensive push in the closing minutes of the match. Tom Barlow equalized for the hosts in the 79th minute, forcing a tense finish.

The momentum shifted decisively in the final moments. Evander put Cincinnati ahead for the first time with a goal in the 82nd minute. Shortly after, in stoppage time marked as the 90+5 minute, Ayoub Jabbari sealed the win by adding the fourth goal for FC Cincinnati.

Statistical Highlights and Records

San Jose’s Angus Gunn was busy between the posts, recording seven saves despite the loss. On the offensive end, Preston Judd led all players with five total shots for San Jose. For FC Cincinnati, Kenji Mboma Dem was the most active attacker, registering four total shots.

The result updated the league standings, moving FC Cincinnati to a record of 7-5-6. The San Jose Earthquakes dropped to 10-3-5 following this contest.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761700