The outcome of these matches will determine if San Jose can climb into the top nine and secure a spot in the wild-card game for a playoff berth.

Their playoff hopes hinge on Saturday's crucial matches, including Dallas versus Vancouver, Salt Lake against St. Louis, and Colorado hosting LAFC, all scheduled for 6 p.m. Pacific time.

The San Jose Earthquakes are on the brink of the MLS playoffs, needing to win their final game against Austin FC to have a shot at qualifying.

Currently sitting in 11th place in the Western Conference with 38 points, the Earthquakes are just outside the playoff spots with only one game remaining in the regular season.

To advance, San Jose must surpass at least two of these three teams, which could happen if they win and any of those teams lose or draw, especially if Colorado draws their game.

San Jose's playoff chances depend on their victory and favorable results from other matches involving teams ahead of them in the standings.