Minnesota United brings losing streak into game against the San Jose Earthquakes
Minnesota United aims to stop a three-game skid when it hosts the San Jose EarthquakesSEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
SAN JOSE 6-3-25 · 14TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
6-3-25 · 14TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
Cristian Espinoza - Sends in twelve crosses Espinoza attempted 12 crosses (two accurate) and three shots (one on target) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nashville.
Impact Espinoza created two chances and was unlucky not to claim any attacking returns. He is both top scorer and assister for San Jose and is the main reason why they have shown such a big improvement on last season in which they finished bottom of the MLS.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jamiro Monteiro - Attempts four shots Monteiro attempted four shots (one on target) and created one chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nashville.
Impact Monteiro had a good chance to put his team two up, but could only shoot straight tat the keeper after showing good feet in the box. The midfielder has only scored once this season and has managed three assists.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Carlos Akapo - 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
Matthew Hoppe - Scores from the bench Hoppe scored once from three shots (two on target) and attempted three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Nashville.
Impact Hoppe scored for the second consecutive game when he rifled home the equalizer. He ranked second among his teammates for both shots and crosses, despite only playing 29 minutes. It was somewhat surprising to see him relegated to the bench following his goal in the loss to Portland, though he has surely done enough to return to the starting XI for Saturday's game against Minnesota.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Daniel - Concedes once Daniel made three saves and conceded once in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nashville.
Impact Daniel made three routine saves to help his team earn a point. The keeper is without a clean sheet in his last three games, conceding four goals and making 13 saves. He will aim for his sixth clean sheet of the season against Minnesota on Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
San Jose, Nashville earn 1-1 draw Matthew Hoppe’s 74th-minute goal salvaged a point for the San Jose Earthquakes in a 1-1 draw with visiting Nashville SC on Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
San Jose Earthquakes vs. Nashville SC
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Hoppe scores equalizer for Earthquakes in 1-1 draw with Nashville
Matthew Hoppe scored in the 74th minute to rally the San Jose Earthquakes to a 1-1 draw with Nashville SCSEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rodrigues - Starting Saturday Rodrigues (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Nashville.
Impact Rodrigues was a doubt for Saturday's clash due to a lower body issue but passed his late fitness tests and returned straight to the first team. Rodrigues has been a key contributor and a consistent piece of the starting XI whenever available.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Rodrigues - Dealing with lower body injury Rodrigues (lower body) is questionable for Saturday's game against Nashville.
Impact Rodrigues was subbed off against Portland, and since the extent of the injury is unknown, he'll be a true game-time call for Saturday's contest.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nashville SC, San Jose battle for crucial playoff points The San Jose Earthquakes will aim for some badly needed goals and points when they host Nashville SC’s sturdy defense on Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Nashville faces the San Jose Earthquakes after shutout victory
A game after shutting out Sporting Kansas City 3-0, Nashville faces the San Jose EarthquakesSEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cristian Espinoza - Active outing in loss Espinoza generated two shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card...
Impact Espinoza filled up the stat sheet Wednesday, highlighted by him reaching double figures in crosses for the 17th time this season and the 10th time in the past 13 matches. He also created three chances for the fifth consecutive match and took five corners for the sixth straight match.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Matthew Hoppe - Scores first MLS goal Hoppe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and four crosses (two accurate) in Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Portland Timbers.
Impact Hoppe received his first MLS start Wednesday and marked the occasion with his first MLS goal, an unassisted close-range strike in the 60th minute. He only took one shot in the match but added four crosses (two accurate) and won three of his four attempted tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Rodrigues - Leaves Wednesday with injury Rodrigues recorded two clearances in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus Portland Timbers. He was subbed off due to injury in the 62nd minute.
Impact In his first game after scoring his first goal of the season, Rodrigues was forced off the pitch in the 62nd minute with an injury. The extent of the injury is currently unknown, but he could be in jeopardy of missing Saturday's match against Nashville due to the short turnaround between games.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Daniel - Concedes twice in loss Daniel made four saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Portland Timbers.
Impact Daniel conceded two goals in Wednesday's loss, bringing him up to 10 in his last six matches combined. He did make four saves though, bringing him up to 76 in 18 starts (4.22 per match). He faces a matchup of similar difficulty versus Nashville SC Saturday, a side which has scored 35 goals in 28 league matches this season.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
WATCH: Playoff surge! Portland Timbers cast aside San Jose Earthquakes | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Portland Timbers vs. San Jose Earthquakes
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Portland Timbers keep it rolling, secure 2-1 home win vs. San Jose Earthquakes The Timbers keep picking up points, even in the midst of a busy stretch of matches as the season winds down and they chase a playoff spot.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • OREGONLIVE.COM
Portland Timbers vs. San Jose Earthquakes: score updates, live stream, odds The Timbers return home for a midweek clash with significant implications in the Western Conference standings.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • OREGONLIVE.COM
Benjamin Kikanovic - Absent from injury report Kikanovic (lower body) is not on the San Jose injury report for Wednesday's clash with Portland.
Impact Kikanovic missed the last two matches with a lower body injury but now clears the injured list entirely. It's a good sign for the forward, who will hope to get back on the pitch in some capacity Wednesday.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Earthquakes look to make MLS history in Portland The San Jose Earthquakes have had some success on the road against Cascadia teams this season.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Portland Timbers host the San Jose Earthquakes in conference matchup
The Portland Timbers and the San Jose Earthquakes square off in Western Conference actionSEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cristian Espinoza - Notches two assists Espinoza assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Real Salt Lake.
Impact Espinoza bagged his first goal contribution in five matches after finding Jeremy Ebobisse in the second minute for the opening goal of the match and then adding onto the lead by assisting on Rodrigues' goal in the 15th minute. He has been dominant with San Jose this season, registering 12 goals and seven crosses in his 29 matches played this season. He is yet to miss a start for San Jose this season, starting in all 29 matches and will continue to be a starter and their main threat in the attack.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
