Impact Akapo was able to get an assist in one half of play Saturday. Since returning from injury, the defender has started all three games, recording an assist with five tackles, four interceptions and nine clearances.
SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE
CARLOS AKAPO #29 - DEFENDER - SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES
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Logs in assist Akapo assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against St. Louis City SC.
Returns versus Whitecaps Akapo (lower body) is in the starting lineup in the weekend matchup against Vancouver Whitecaps.
Impact Akapo was sidelined from the previous nine league games due to the injury, but he regained enough fitness to play Saturday. He'll likely appear in a defensive role, looking to improve on his averages of 2.8 clearances, 2.8 tackles and 1.8 interceptions per contest.
SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Not expected to play Saturday Akapo (undisclosed) is not expected to be available for Saturday's game against Los Angeles FC, Jamon Moore of Quakes Epicenter reports.
Impact A timetable hasn't been given for Akapo's return, but it's not shocking to see he might not be available Saturday after leaving Wednesday's loss to the Timbers in the 18th minute. If he ends up being unavailable, his next chance to play will come against the Galaxy on June 29.
JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE
Goes down injured Akapo was taken off the field in the 18th minute of Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Portland due to an injury.
Impact Akapo may have returned too quickly from his injuries, as he was given the start despite holding the questionable tag and had to be taken off early in the first half due to injury. This could be brutal for the club, as the right-back is considered a regular starter, only having missed one start when fit. A timetable for his return to play is unknown, but the defender will hope he is only dealing with a minor issue and can be in action again soon.
JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE
Starts versus Portland Akapo (lower body) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's clash against Portland Timbers.
Impact Akapo wasn't forced to miss any game due to the fitness issue that put his participation at risk earlier in the week. Thus, he's ready to feature from kickoff, keeping Paul Marie on the bench. While he's rarely able to push forward from his right-back role, Akapo should be a source of defensive production after averaging 3.0 clearances and 2.5 tackles per game this year.
JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Wednesday Akapo (lower body) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Portland due to injury.
Impact Akapo will likely need a late fitness test heading into Wednesday's match, as he is now questionable after picking up a lower body issue during the week. The club will hope for his availability, as he is a regular starter. However, if he is not fit enough to compete or start, expect Paul Marie to serve in his place.
JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE
Suspension over Akapo completed his yellow-card suspension and is eligible to return when the Earthquakes take on Cincinnati on June 15 after the international break.
Impact Akapo was coming off nine straight starts at right-back before the suspension, so he's a safe bet to return to the XI right away due to his consistency and experience on the right side of the defense. Akapo has notched 24 tackles, 26 clearances and 19 interceptions in that nine-game span.
JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up fifth yellow card Akapo recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.
Impact Akapo is in line for a suspension with yellow card accumulation. He had started the last nine matches in a row at right back, recording 24 tackles, 26 clearances and 19 interceptions in that span. Paul Marie is set to be the next player up to get the start at right back for the game versus NYCFC.
MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Finds starting XI Akapo (foot) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Austin.
Impact Akapo will not miss any time with his most recent injury despite the heavy doubt, as he is in the starting XI Saturday. He should be expected to remain as a starter now that he is fit, as he has gotten the start in three of his four appearances this season, only falling to the bench due to coming back from an injury.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Not cleared to return yet Akapo (foot) is in practice but has "another step to cross" before being able to play against the Dynamo on Saturday, Jamon Moore of Quakes Epicenter reports.
Impact Akapo has missed San Jose's last three games due to the injury, and while he hasn't been ruled out yet, it seems the Houston game might come too soon for him to return. If that's the case, then his next chance to play will come against Austin on April 6.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Out for Kansas City tilt Akapo (foot) is not an option for Saturday's match against Sporting Kansas City, according to the MLS injury Report.
Impact Akapo is still not ready for a return, missing his second match in a row after coming off the field early against the Galaxy due to foot issues. This remains a problem for the team, as he is their regular starter at right-back, with Paul Marie most likely taking his spot again. Akapo will now look for a return against Seattle on March 23.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up injury Akapo (foot) is out for Saturday's clash with Vancouver, according to the MLS injury report.
Impact Akapo came off at halftime against the Galaxy and it appears that was a serious injury. The defender was replaced by Vitor Costa, who should step into the starting XI for Saturday's match. Akapo's first chance to return is a March 16 trip to Kansas City.
MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE
Takes over major role Akapo scored twice and added three assists in 29 appearances (26 starts) in 2023.
Impact Akapo got the starting job at right-back heading into 2023 and he made it his own after joining from Cadiz. The full-back was brilliant throughout, on both sides of the ball. If the team as a whole can show some more offensive competence Akapo could see his offensive numbers bloom even more.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists in draw Akapo assisted one goal and won four of his six tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nashville.
Impact Akapo will have been relieved to have picked up the assist, having gone nine games without an attacking return. He now has three assists to go with his two goals this season. The defender was influential at both ends, setting up the goal and making more defensive interventions than any of his teammates.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Productive once more Akapo registered one cross (zero accurate) and three tackles in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Impact Akapo didn't have too much to do Sunday, but still came away with the win and clean sheet. The defender is up to four goal contributions and four clean sheets in his first seaosn with San Jose. Akapo has also earned a consistent starting role at right-back, only missing matches via injury while piling up 35 tackles.
AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Sunday Akapo (lower body) is in the lineup for Sunday's match against the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Impact Akapo has totaled two goals and two assists in 18 appearances so far, 15 of them coming as starts. it is also his season high for a season in his first year in the MLS.
AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable with injury Akapo (lower body) is questionable for Sunday's match against the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Impact Akapo is at risk of missing Sunday's match with a lower body injury. He's made a start during the last five league games, totaling a goal and an assist in that span. If he is forced to sit out, then Miguel Trauco could take his spot in the starting XI against Vancouver.
AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Registers assist Akapo assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Los Angeles Galaxy.
Impact Akapo has scored a goal and an assist in the last three matches. He's started the last four matches since returning from a hamstring injury in May. In 15 appearances, the defender has generated two goals and two assists with 38 clearances, 27 tackles (15 won) and 26 crosses (six won).
JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in defeat Akapo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 4-1 loss against Houston Dynamo.
Impact Akapo scored in the 41st minute assisted by Cristian Espinoza. He recorded two tackles, two interceptions, one clearance and one cross. He has scored twice and assisted once in 13 appearances (10 starts) this season and has also registered over 30 clearances, 22 interceptions and 16 tackles.
JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Wednesday Akapo is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match versus the Houston Dynamo.
Impact Akapo finished his international duty with Equatorial Guinea and is back in the lineup Wednesday. In 12 appearances, he's recorded a goal and an assist with 20 tackles (six won) and 19 tackles (10 won).
JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Should be available Wednesday Akapo (not injury related) is not listed in San Jose's availability report for the midweek clash against the Dynamo.
Impact Akapo played the full 90 minutes in Equatorial Guinea's African Cup of Nations qualifier last weekend, but he's had enough time to travel back to his club since then and is expected to return to availability for the Houston match on Wednesday.
JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Linking with national team Akapo has been called up by the Equatorial Guinea National Team for an upcoming African Cup of Nations qualifier on June 17, which will rule him out of next weekend's MLS match aga...
Impact Akapo just returned from a hamstring injury that had sidelined for all of May, but he's now set to miss next weekend's Portland clash whlie away on international duty. With Miguel Trauco also away during this June window, Paul Marie and either Tommy Thompson or Tanner Beason are likely to get the starts at full-back.
JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Option off bench Akapo (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Colorado.
Impact Akapo is back on the bench after missing nearly two months with a hamstring issue. The defender is available once more but isn't fully fit and available for a return to the starting XI. Akapo has been a consistent starter when fully fit and available and could replace Miguel Trauco moving forward.
JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Fitness test for weekend Akapo (hamstring) is listed as questionable in San Jose's injury report for Saturday's clash against the Rapids.
Impact Akapo has been out since April with a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for the Earthquakes' last five league games, but he's been upgraded in the availability report and has a chance to return to the squad against Colorado on Saturday.
JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Akapo (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's clash with Seattle, according to the San Jose injury report.
Impact Akapo is ruled out once more as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. The defender has missed four matches in a row and will likely be replaced by Paul Marie (knee), if he is able to pass his late fitness checks.
MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
