By: Phillip Torres

SANTA CLARA- The San Jose Earthquakes (6-8-5) defeated the Seattle Sounders FC (12-6-2) by a final score of 1-0 to open Levis stadium on Saturday night in front of 48,765 fans. The new billion dollar facility opened its doors for the first time to host a major sporting event.

The first half was scoreless up until Yannick Djalo received a pass from Chris Wondolowski to score the lone goal in the game to lead the Earthquakes to the first ever win at the Levi’s stadium. The contest consisted of a great defensive showing from both San Jose and Seattle. After Djalo injured himself Seattle started to apply more pressure but was unsuccessful for the remainder of the game as they were shut out by San Jose’s defensive tactics.

Earthquakes goalkeeper Jon Busch recorded nine saves to earn the win. The save total matched his career high as an Earthquake.

Both sides had a great amount of chances late in the final stanza of the game. But the header from Chad Barrett in the 85th minute was the closest chance by both oppositions.

The Earthquakes will be back on the field at the StubHub Center where they will play against the Los Angeles Galaxy on August 8th.