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San Jose Earthquakes sign Cristian Arango to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension The San Jose Earthquakes have signed forward Cristian “Chicho” Arango to a new contract through December...

JANUARY 9 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Inks new contract with San Jose Arango has signed a new contract with San Jose Earthquakes until December 2027 with options through June 2028 and the 2028/29 season.

Impact Arango is staying in a team that gave him the opportunity to start all 30 MLS games he was available for last season. During that period, the striker tallied 13 goals and three assists while averaging 4.1 shots (1.4 on goal) per contest. He has been one of the most productive forwards in the league over the last few seasons and could remain a consistent offensive threat in the future.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in win Arango had five shots (one on target), made five tackles (all won) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-1 win over Austin.

Impact Arango couldn't get back to the scoring column but we still can say he bounced back from the quiet outing on the previous game as the forward paced all players in shots attempted while also providing a lot of defensive help. In his first season with San Jose the forward wasn't as prolific as it was during stints with LAFC and Real Salt Lake but 13 goals and three assists over 30 starts are still solid numbers.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists only goal in away win Arango assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over San Diego FC.

Impact Arango assisted Josef Martinez for the only goal of the game as his side won away to San Diego. This was his 16th goal involvement of the season and his third assist. This was his first chance created in the last four games, but he has taken at least two shots in each of the last 26 games that he has played in.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earthquakes use first-half goal from Josef Martínez to beat San Diego 1-0

Josef Martínez scored early in the first half and Daniel De Sousa Britto made it stand up as the San Jose Earthquakes edged San Diego FC 1-0

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Converts PK in loss Arango scored one goal to go with seven shots (four on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Arango converted a PK in the 31st minute to score his 13th goal in the campaign. The forward matched his second-most shots in the season too. He started in all but four games in 2025 for the club.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in loss Arango recorded five shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 71st minu...

Impact Arango led San Jose in shots during the match, but couldn't find the back of the net. The forward has 12 goals in 25 starts so far. He also received his fourth yellow card of the season, though.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener Arango scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Arango opened the scoring in the 28th minute with a low finish assisted by DeJuan Jones. Arango completed all his passes, won three duels and also made two tackles. He has now been involved in three goals across the last five games and has the most goal contributions in his team along with Josef Martinez.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road loss Arango assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Arango created Josef Martinez's opener in the 51st minute with his second assist in the season, but they allowed the comeback to Salt Lake. The forward led San Jose in shots (four) and duels won (seven) during the match.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finally scores goal Arango scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact In between June 28 and July 18, Arango logged zero goals for each of the Earthquakes' four games. He finally broke the streak Saturday, which puts him past 10 in 2025-season goals.

JULY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Musovski scores 2 goals, de la Vega adds 1 goal, 1 assist, Sounders beats Earthquakes 3-2

Danny Musovski scored two goals, his first multi-goal game since 2020, Pedro de la Vega added a goal and an assists and the Seattle Sounders beat the San Jose Earthquakes 3-2

JULY 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Josef Martínez scores one minute after Petar Musa's go-ahead goal to help Earthquakes tie Dallas 2-2

Josef Martínez scored one minute after Petar Musa gave Dallas the lead late in the second half with his second goal of the night to help the San Jose Earthquakes earn a 2-2 draw

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Fires six shots Arango took six shots (two on goal) and crossed twice inaccurately during Saturday's 1-1 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Arango was held off the scoresheet, but not from a lack of effort as he fired a team-high six shots in the match. The forward has one goal to go along with 18 shots and three chances created over his last three appearances.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots, no goal Arango recorded five shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Arango was decent in Saturday's outing but failed to score a goal despite his five shots, with only one finding the target. This gives him three straight games with five or more shots, although he has only seen one goal during that span. He remains at 10 goals and one assist in 16 outings.

JUNE 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back among the goals Arango scored in San Jose's 4-2 win over FC Dallas, his first since returning from injury.

Impact The forward had seven shots (four on target) in the win, and will get some confidence back after seeing his scoring streak end last week against Portland. He has a great chance to start a new streak when facing LA Galaxy Saturday, a team that has surrendered the most goals in MLS play so far this season.

JUNE 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal streak ends Arango (hamstring) generated five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Arango's latest appearance comes with bad and good news. Going into Friday, he scored in each of his last three MLS appearances, which means the striker's goal streak came to an end then. However, Arango's five-shot effort was admirable, and his most recent appearance indicates that he can continue to be a force up front for the Earthquakes.

JUNE 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back available against Portland Arango (hamstring) is back available for Friday's clash against Portland as he has been spotted traveling with the squad.

Impact Arango missed the last four MLS games due to a hamstring injury but is back available for Friday's game against the Timbers. This is very good news for the Earthquakes since the Colombian is having a solid season with nine goals in 13 appearances with his new team. Arango is expected to return directly to the starting XI on Friday.

JUNE 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to miss two weeks Arango is dealing with a hamstring injury that is expected to keep him out for two to three weeks, according to Favian Renkel of SBI Soccer.

Impact Arango will likely miss two to three weeks after injuring his left hamstring in Wednesday's draw against Inter Miami. He will be assessed in the coming days to determine a more precise timeline for return, but he could come back as early as May 31 against St. Louis. Josef Martinez is expected to take on a larger role in the frontline during his absence.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury after scoring Arango (undisclosed) scored the equalizer in the 3rd minute of Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Inter Miami before being forced off due to an injury.

Impact Arango started Wednesday's game in the best way, scoring the equalizer in the 3rd minute for San Jose but could not end the first half with his teammates after suffering an injury that forced him off the pitch in the 31st minute. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue. That said, it would be a big blow for San Jose since he has been in very good form this season, scoring nine goals in 13 appearances. If he has to miss some time, Amahl Pellegrino and Josef Martinez are expected to see increased playing time.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Arango scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Arango notched his eighth goal of the season as he took advantage of a defensive mistake and then beat the goalkeeper with a beautiful chipped finish to extend the lead in the 67th minute of the match. The forward is now tied for the league lead in goals scored.

MAY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in two goals Saturday Arango scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Portland Timbers.

Impact Arango did a great job as the hosts' central striker, showing his shooting technique to beat the opposing keeper in the 27th minute and delivering the ball that led to the final goal against Portland. The shots and goal raised his season numbers to 46 and seven, respectively, both of which represent the highest figures on the team. As for the assist, it was his first in 11 games. He's likely to retain high offensive value, especially considering that he'll have a major responsibility up front if his partner Josef Martinez (lower body) is sidelined for more time.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Espinoza, Arango combine for 3 goals and 3 assists to help Earthquakes beat Timbers 4-1

Cristian Espinoza had two goals and an assist, Cristian Arango added a goal and two assists and the San Jose Earthquakes beat Portland 4-1 to end a three-game skid and snap the Tim...

MAY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores opener in win Arango scored a goal off four shots (one on target) and created one chance during Sunday's 6-1 win over D.C. United.

Impact Arango needed just eight minutes to make major impact as he rose to head home a corner kick from the right and open the scoring for San Jose. That's now four goals over seven starts for the forward, who's off to a great start with his new club.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in loss Arango scored one goal to go with 10 shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Charlotte FC.

Impact Arango had a decent outing Saturday against Charlotte although he couldn't contribute enough to prevent his team's third straight defeat. The forward converted a penalty in the 77th minute and registered a season-high 10 shots. He now has 24 shots and three goals through the first five league games showing that he didn't take long to acclimate to his new team. He will look to contribute again Saturday against Seattle.

MARCH 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one from seven shots Arango scored one goal to go with seven shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Colorado Rapids. In addition, he w...

Impact Arango scored his second goal of the season as his side fell to a 2-1 home defeat. He attempted seven shots in this game, which was the same number as he had attempted in the three previous games joined together. He only put two shots on target, which was the first time this year he has put more than one shot on target in a game. He also created two chances which made it seven from his first four games.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Earthquakes use first-half goal from Josef Martínez to beat San Diego 1-0

Musovski scores 2 goals, de la Vega adds 1 goal, 1 assist, Sounders beats Earthquakes 3-2

Josef Martínez scores one minute after Petar Musa's go-ahead goal to help Earthquakes tie Dallas 2-2

Espinoza, Arango combine for 3 goals and 3 assists to help Earthquakes beat Timbers 4-1