Major League Soccer (MLS) side the San Jose Earthquakes have signed a sponsorship deal BMW Northern California.

BMW will become the official automobile partner of the Earthquakes and will act as the presenting sponsor of the inaugural match in the new San Francisco 49ers Levi's Stadium when the Earthquakes take on the Seattle Sounders on 2nd August.

BMW will have the right to display vehicles at Earthquakes home games and the deal will be activated through competitions at BMW dealerships across the Bay Area.

“BMW of Northern California is thrilled to partner with the Earthquakes for the inaugural event at Levi’s Stadium,” said Donna Gebers, chair of the Bay Area BMW Coop. “In light of the 2014 World Cup, it’s a very exciting time for soccer in the United States, and we’re proud to be a part of it.”