Munie and Preston Judd scored four minutes apart before halftime, with Judd's header deflected before Munie's tap-in. Munie added his second goal in the 54th minute, securing the shutout.
San Jose dominated the statistical battle, outshooting Sporting Kansas City 18-7. The Earthquakes enter the season with momentum, while Sporting KC, fresh from a major overhaul, looks to improve after finishing last season with the fewest goals in the league.