| 1996 season | |||
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| Owner | Major League Soccer | ||
| Coach | Laurie Calloway | ||
| Stadium | Spartan Stadium | ||
| Major League Soccer | Conference: 4th Overall: 6th |
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| MLS Cup | Conference Semifinals | ||
| U.S. Open Cup | Did not qualify | ||
| California Clásico | 2nd | ||
| Top goalscorer | Paul Bravo (13) | ||
| Average home league attendance | 17,232 | ||
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The 1996 San Jose Clash season was the first season of the team's existence. The team won the inaugural MLS game against D.C. United.
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
(SO) = Shootout
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