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Scores brace against Timbers Espinoza scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Portland Timbers.

Impact Espinoza opened the scoring from inside the box in the 16th minute and added a well-placed finish in the 24th of the victory. After being frequently deployed at right wing-back, Espinoza benefited from a change to a slightly more offensive position, and he continued to take most of his squad's set pieces. He has been quite consistent this year, producing four goals and five assists over 11 matches played.

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

San Jose Earthquakes look to break losing streak in matchup with the Portland Timbers

The San Jose Earthquakes look to break a three-game skid when they host the Portland Timbers

MAY 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Productive in loss to Crew Espinoza recorded one shot (one on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Columbus Crew.

Impact Espinoza was a catalyst on San Jose's attack Saturday, but it was not enough to earn a goal contribution or a win. He created five chances in his second consecutive match and recorded double digit crosses for the sixth time this season. He also put one shot on target and recorded two corners, giving him yet another highly productive outing. Although it did not on Saturday, that production has yielded great results as he already has five assists on the young season.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Saturday Espinoza scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), 12 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Espinoza netted a consolation in the 95th minute assisted by Josef Martinez. Espinoza registered the most crosses in the game, created two chances and also made four tackles, one interception and one clearance. He has accumulated seven goal contributions over eight games this campaign.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Denis Bouanga and Sergi Palencia each score a goal, LAFC beats Earthquakes 2-1

Denis Bouanga had a goal and an assists, Sergi Palencia also scored a goal to help Los Angeles FC beat the San Jose Earthquakes 2-1

APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Converts PK, assists twice in win Espinoza scored a penalty goal, had three shots (one on target), created two chances and sent in eight crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 6-1 win over D.C. United.

Impact Espinoza had another display for San Jose, this time assisting his team's first and the last goals while also scoring from the penalty spot to make it 3-0 in the 20th minute. That's now one goal and five assists over seven starts for the playmaker, who remains one of MLS' best at his position.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martínez has record hat trick, moves up goals list in Earthquakes' 6-1 rout of DC United

Josef Martínez found the net in the second minute of second-half stoppage time to polish off a league-record seventh hat trick, leading the San Jose Earthquakes to a 6-1 romp over...

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Attempts five crosses Espinoza generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow car...

Impact Espinoza attempted a team-high five crosses (zero accurate) Saturday as San Jose played to a 1-1 stalemate versus Seattle. In addition to his offensive output, the midfielder contributed four tackles (two won), one interception and one clearance to the team's defensive effort. Espinoza has attempted at least five crosses in each appearance this season, managing 18 total accurate crosses and creating 27 chances over his six appearances (six starts).

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists and attempts 13 crosses Espinoza assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), 13 crosses (five accurate) and 10 corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Espinoza assisted the only Earthquakes goal as his side fell to a 2-1 defeat at home. He has now assisted three goals this season and with 13 attempted crosses in this match, he has attempted 33 in the last two home matches, both of which have ended in defeat. In both of his last two matches, he has had 10 corners and has had 25 set-piece crosses so far this season in four games.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts 20 crosses Espinoza generated three shots (zero on goal), 20 crosses (two accurate) and 10 corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Minnesota United.

Impact Espinoza produced game-highs with 20 crosses attempted (two accurate) and 10 corners Saturday as San Jose fell 1-0 at the hands of Minnesota. Through three appearances (three starts) this season, the attacker has averaged 10 crosses attempted per appearance and tallied two assists. Espinoza has attempted over 330 crosses in each of the past two MLS seasons.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five crosses in win Espinoza created one chance and sent in five crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Espinoza wasn't as brilliant as he was in the season opener but still contributed with his dangerous crosses as usual. With his role as a set-pieces taker guaranteeing a nice fantasy floor, Espinoza is expected to remain as one of MLS' most productive players at his position for another campaign.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two assists in opener Espinoza delivered two assists, created five chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate), made three tackles (one won) and three clearances and was shown a yellow card during Satu...

Impact Espinoza had a man-of-the-match performance here, assisting two of his team's four goals and creating a lot of other chances for teammates. Coming off an year where he set up a new career high in assists, Espinoza could have even better numbers in 2025, especially with strikers like Josef Martinez and Cristian Arango playing ahead of him.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

10 crosses to finish 12 assist year Espinoza registered 10 crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Espinoza failed to contribute a goal despite attempting 10 crosses in the season's final game. He finished the year with 12 assists and attempted 331 crosses while only completing 92. This was the 16th game this season in which he has attempted 10 or more crosses but has only completed five or more crosses in five games.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses, two accurate Espinoza registered seven crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Without the assist, Espinoza logged seven crosses (two accurate) in an Earthquakes game. He will enter the second half of October having logged 14 crosses (four crosses) and six corners across two games. Espinoza will look to finish off his 2024 season stronger than it already has been, backed up by 12 assists this year.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Dallas Espinoza assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 3-2 win versus FC Dallas.

Impact Espinoza played a pivotal role by assisting Hernan Lopez for the opener in the 13th minute. He recorded the most crosses in the game, completed a dribble, and contributed defensively with a tackle and a clearance. Having started all games this season, Espinoza has now also accumulated three goal involvements in the last seven matches.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records most crosses in match Espinoza registered two shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (seven accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus CF Montreal.

Impact Espinoza registered the most crosses in the game, creating five chances and completing a dribble. He also made two tackles and struck the woodwork in the 45th minute. Having started all 31 games this season, he has tallied four goals and 11 assists, including a goal and an assist in his last six appearances.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets career-best assist mark Espinoza assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was giv...

Impact Espinoza was the straw that stirred the drink for the San Jose attack Wednesday, assisting the opening goal with a pinpoint cross as they drew 2 - 2 at Seattle. The assist was his 11th of the campaign through 29 appearances (29 starts), surpassing his previous career-high mark of 10 assists that he set during the 30 appearances (30 starts) he made for San Jose in 2019. The experienced playmaker led San Jose with five crosses (one accurate) Wednesday and ranks third in MLS with 76 accurate crosses.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses in loss Espinoza generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Espinoza, typically, found himself at the heart of the San Jose attack Saturday, though he was unable to generate a goal contribution in the 0 - 2 loss to Vancouver. The veteran playmaker led the attack with six crosses (one accurate). Through 28 starting appearances in 2024, Espinoza has attempted 280 crosses (75 accurate) and taken 142 corners. These opportunities have resulted in 10 assists for the precision passer, his most in a season since 2019, his first with San Jose.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

San Jose's Cristian Espinoza fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued the following fines after Matchday 29 of the 2024 season.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores opener against RSL Espinoza scored a goal off three shots (two on target), created three chances, sent in nine crosses (two accurate), made two tackles and four interceptions and drew three fouls dur...

Impact Espinoza added another great performance to his account, scoring his team's first goal, taking the free kick that led to the second and filling the stat sheet as usual. This has been another stellar campaign from the playmaker, who has four goals, 10 assists, 72 chances created (second-most in MLS) and a league-high 267 crosses over 26 starts.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sends 12 crosses Espinoza generated two shots (zero on goal), 12 crosses (four accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Minnesota United.

Impact Espinoza sent a whopping 12 crosses, marking the 13th time in 25 appearances that he accounted for at least 10 in a match. He also landed at least four accurate crosses in a single match for the seventh time on the campaign. Despite his squad finishing without a goal, Espinoza continued to deliver scoring opportunities and is now up to 12 chances created across the last four games.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Main creator for San Jose Espinoza crossed nine times inaccurately and created three chances during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Houston.

Impact Espinoza was held off the scoresheet, but was the main creative option for the Earthquakes leading the team in crosses and chances created. Espinoza has just one goal involvement while combining for two shots, eight chances created and 29 crosses over his last three starts.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Espinoza logged one assist with his 11 crosses (three accurate), seven corners and four chances created during the Earthquakes' win Sunday against Chicago.

Impact One of four chances created by Espinoza included a box-to-box pass to Hernan Lopez, who scored the Earthquakes' lone goal. The longtime midfielder was a necessary piece to each of their four wins across 2024 until now, contributing three goals and two assists overall. Espinoza has easily been the 2024 Earthquakes' best player and showed as much with 10 assists, something he had not done since his 2019 season.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 11 crosses, two accurate Espinoza logged 11 crosses (two accurate), four corners and three shots (zero on goal) during San Jose's 3-0 loss Saturday against the Galaxy.

Impact During every one of San Jose's games across June, Espinoza attempted at least 10 crosses. Unfortunately for him, his latest appearance was the only one this month in which he logged fewer than three crosses on target. Still, Espinoza will finish June with 19 accurate crosses across four appearances, good enough for 4.8 averaged per game.

JUNE 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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

San Jose Earthquakes look to break losing streak in matchup with the Portland Timbers

Denis Bouanga and Sergi Palencia each score a goal, LAFC beats Earthquakes 2-1

Josef Martínez has record hat trick, moves up goals list in Earthquakes' 6-1 rout of DC United