Benjamin Kikanovic - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Unused substitute Sunday Kikanovic (upper-body) remained an unused substitute in Sunday's 3-1 loss against Austin, confirming he has recovered from his injury.

Impact Kikanovic missed the last six games due to an upper-body injury that is now behind him since he was an option off bench for Sunday's defeat. The forward has been only a bench option for San Jose this season and is expected to keep that role moving forward for the final stretch of the season.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake hosts the San Jose Earthquakes in Western Conference play

The San Jose Earthquakes visit Real Salt Lake in Western Conference action

JULY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return after early exit Kikanovic is out for Wednesday's match against Dallas due to an upper-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Kikanovic saw the start last outing but was forced off early, only lasting 30 minutes with what has been deemed an upper-body injury that will leave him out. This is a tough loss for the club due to the multiple absences, as he took Dejaun Jones (lower body) spot last match, and he will also miss out. That said, changes will be made this week and possibly further if they miss more time, with Nick Lima as a replacement.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts for North Texas Kikanovic (knee) got the start for Town FC in the MLS Next Pro against North Texas on April 23.

Impact Kikanovic will start the season with the reserves after missing the opening months of the season with knee surgery. He will look to return to the senior side once fit, starting 13 times in 24 appearances in MLS.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Martinez and the San Jose Earthquakes visit Los Angeles FC

Josef Martinez leads the San Jose Earthquakes into a matchup with Los Angeles FC following a three-goal outing against D.C

APRIL 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Set for months out Kikanovic (knee) underwent surgery Thursday and is set for three-to-four months on the sideline.

Impact Kikanovic underwent a knee surgery Thursday after aggravating his injury in pre-season. The winger is now set for three-to-four months on the sideline. Kikanovic will miss a large portion of the season, but barring a setback, he's expected to return in 2025.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not an option Wednesday Kikanovic (lower body) will not make the trip to Seattle on Wednesday.

Impact Kikanovic is set to miss his first MLS match since June 20 with a lower body injury. In the last 10 MLS games, the midfielder had started eight of those, scoring once with 21 tackles, 18 clearances and 14 crosses (two won) in that span. Carlo Akapo is set to move to right back, with Tanner Beason and Rodrigues the set option to start in the back line for San Jose.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores after entering from bench Kikanovic scored one goal with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 6-2 loss against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact After entering from the bench at half-time, Kikanovic scored San Jose's second goal to make it his third for the season. This is his first goal in his last six appearances however, he has only played 156 minutes in this time. His 57th-minute goal came from a solid header as he got on the end of a Hernan Lopez cross.

JUNE 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Kikanovic (lower body) is back on the bench for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati.

Impact Kikanovic returns to the bench for Saturday's match after working his way back from a lower body injury. The forward hasn't been much of a starting option even when fit and likely won't have a huge role to play when back to full fitness.

JUNE 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Kikanovic (lower body) is questionable for Saturday's game against Austin.

Impact Kikanovic has seen regular minutes off the bench, but he's only made five starts, meaning his absence shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions. If he can't play Saturday, then his next chance to play would come against New York City FC on Friday.

MAY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off the bench Kikanovic scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-3 loss versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Kikanovic entered the match for San Jose Sunday for the final 33 minutes and made his presence felt with a goal, though San Jose eventually fell 3-4 versus Los Angeles Galaxy. The goal was Kikanovic's second of the season and first since the opening match. Kikanovic has appeared nine times (four starts) in 2024 for San Jose. His current usage pattern aligns with his role of a rotational player in San Jose since his arrival in 2021 (80 appearances, 36 starts).

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in loss Kikanovic scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to FC Dallas.

Impact Kikanovic had a great start to the season scoring in the sixth minute, but San Jose could not hold the lead and ended up with the road loss. The forward led his side in shots during the match. He scored just once in a disappointing 2023 campaign and will look to perform better in 2024.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles to produce Kikanovic scored once on 24 appearances (seven starts) in 2023.

Impact Kikanovic disappointed across the board in 2023. He put together the fewest minutes and start of his career and scored just a single goal. That was a massive disappointment after he managed nine goal contributions in 2022 and looked set for a huge role moving forward. Kikanovic will hope to put 2023 behind him and earn more minutes in the 2024 pre season.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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

Out Saturday Kikanovic (lower body) is out for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake, according to the San Jose injury report.

Impact Kikanovic is ruled out for the second match in a row due to a lower body injury. The forward will hope the injury doesn't prove to be serious with his next chance to return coming away against Portland on Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots versus Colorado Kikanovic had two off-target shots during Sunday's scoreless draw against Colorado.

Impact Kikanovic was very active during the first half, even hitting the post with a powerful long-range shot, but couldn't keep the same pace after halftime, which ultimately led him to be subbed off after 76 minutes. A starter in each of the last five matches, the forward scored just once during this stretch and will probably need to be more consistent if he wants to retain his starting spot moving forward.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in start Kikanovic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Kikanovic finally opened his account in 2023, netting in his third consecutive start. The forward opened the season on the bench but has now taken a role in the starting XI with Cade Cowell on national team duty. Kikanovic is coming off a six-goal, three-assist 2022, but wasn't able to earn a consistent starting role. When on the pitch and in the starting XI Kikanovic is a creative attacker with upside, though playing 90 minutes is unlikely.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance in loss Kikanovic made two clearances, an interception and created a chance in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against the Galaxy. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Kikanovic made just his second start of the season on the left wing on Sunday, but he'll likely get an extended run in the XI over the next month or so while Cade Cowell (not injury related) competes in the upcoming u-20 World Cup.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shot in start Kikanovic took two shots and created a chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Toronto FC. He also won three of three tackles in the match.

Impact Kikanovic made his first start of the season Saturday, and he was solid on the left wing while Cade Cowell was pushed into a more central role. Kikanovic is a bench option in San Jose's preferred lineup, but he's a capable and dependable player to have whenever a regular starter is unavailable.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In and out of starting XI Kikanovic tallied six goals and three assists in 30 MLS appearances (16 starts) this season.

Impact Kikanovic went through a great stretch from June through August in which he started 12 consecutive games and recorded most of his goal production, but he didn't offer too much outside of that run in 2022. The 22-year-old will likely continue rotating with Cade Cowell for the starting spot on the left wing next season.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

San Jose Earthquakes take road losing streak into game against the Seattle Sounders

The San Jose Earthquakes visit the Seattle Sounders looking to break a four-game road skid

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Salinas, Marcinkowski help Earthquakes beat Minnesota United

JT Marcinkowski delivered a two-save shutout while Shea Salinas scored in the San Jose Earthquakes’ 2-0 victory over Minnesota United

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Goal as backup Kikanovic scored one goal across 26 minutes during a 2-0 win against Minnesota United on Saturday.

Impact Kikanovic has his first goal since August. Recently, the Earthquakes have been using other options instead of him. Kikanovic averaged 24.7 minutes across his last six games played.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United takes road losing streak into matchup against the San Jose Earthquakes

Minnesota United visits the San Jose Earthquakes looking to end a three-game road slide

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

San Jose Earthquakes try to end road losing streak in matchup with the Colorado Rapids

The San Jose Earthquakes visit the Colorado Rapids looking to break a three-game road skid

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • Associated Press

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