EDUARDO LOPEZ NEWS

Unable to link with team Chofis (thigh) has not returned to San Jose after getting robbed while visiting Mexico, Diario AS reports ahead of Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Chofis announced on Instagram Wednesday that he was robbed of his visa and passport while in Guadalajara, and therefore is unable to return to the United States in order to report to the Earthquakes. In what has already been an injury-riddled season for the attacker -- he has played just 22 minutes of MLS action since mid-March due to a thigh injury -- this is yet another complication that could keep him out of the squad for an unknown amount of time.

JUNE 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Nashville Chofis (thigh) continues to deal with the injury that has mostly kept him out since mid-March, and he will be a doubt for Saturday's clash against Nashville.

Impact Quakes Epicenter editor Alex Morgan reported Wednesday that manager Alex Covelo was still unclear about Chofis' status. He has played just 22 minutes across San Jose's last 11 MLS matches.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in draw Chofis (thigh) subbed into Sunday's match against Sporting KC in the 68th minute, and he took a shot in the 1-1 draw.

Impact Chofis made his first appearance since March on Sunday, recovering from a thigh injury that had kept him out for two months. He will continue working his way to full fitness and should return to the starting lineup somewhere along the attacking line when he reaches it.

MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh injury Chofis was a late scratch in the lineup after suffering a thigh injury in the warmups before the defeat against Minnesota United before the international window.

Impact Chofis is set to miss Saturday's clash against Austin FC with this thigh injury as well, a big blow to San Jose as he was the club's most productive player in attack last season. Cade Cowell is likely to fill in on the wing until he's fit enough to return.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal vs. Red Bulls Chofis scored one goal during a 3-1 loss Saturday against the New York Red Bulls.

Impact Chofis needed only one game to enter his name onto the 2022 MLS goalscorer list. In 2021, he scored eight (of 12 total) goals at San Jose. Fantasy managers should expect Chofis to log a similar goal output across the Earthquakes' home games this year.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends loan with Earthquakes San Jose has extended Chofis' loan deal from Guadalajara an additional six months through June 2022, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Chofis was the Earthquakes' most dangerous player last year with 12 goals and three assists, and he will now stay in MLS for at least the first half of next year.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Chofis took three shots and created two chances in last weekend's 1-1 draw against FC Dallas. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Chofis was San Jose's most dangerous player throughout his loan season in MLS, posting 12 goals and three assists in 32 appearances (31 starts). The 27-year-old is scheduled to return to Guadalajara at the end of the calendar year.

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Salt Lake Chofis will miss Saturday's clash against Real Salt Lake with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Chofis took four shots (one on target) in Wednesday's defeat against Portland, but he also picked up a yellow card, meaning he will be suspended for Saturday's match. Cade Cowell or Jackson Yueill could replace him in attacking midfield for the game.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Austin Chofis opened the scoring in Wednesday's 4-0 victory against Austin FC.

Impact Chofis scored his 12th goal of the season as his side earned a comfortable win on Wednesday. His side still has an outside chance of making the playoffs, but Chofis will have to be in top form in the remaining weeks for that to happen. On Saturday he will face the Whitecaps, which have conceded 41 times in 30 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Chofis assisted a goal and made two interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against LAFC. He created three chances overall in the match.

Impact Chofis grabbed his third assist of the season on Saturday, but he couldn't keep up with LAFC's attack. He hasn't found the net for himself in three games after scoring six goals in the three games prior, but Wednesday provides a good opportunity to end that dry spell against last-placed Austin FC, which have conceded 45 times in 29 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finally held quiet Chofis failed to score on one shot off target during Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Seattle.

Impact Chofis had scored six times in his last three games before Wednesday's clash, but was finally shut down. The forward is still one of the best in MLS with 11 goals and two assists, but he has struggled for consistent fantasy impact. Next up is a Saturday clash with Vancouver.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in both goals Lopez had an assist and added a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing once accurately and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-0 win over LAFC.

Impact Lopez set up Benji Kikanovic in the third minute before scoring himself in the 47th to play a hand in both San Jose goals. The goal was number 11 on the year for the forward while his assist was his second of the season. Lopez finished with team-high totals in shots and chances created in the win.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lopez leads San Jose into matchup with Los Angeles FC after 2-goal game

Eduardo Lopez leads San Jose into a matchup with Los Angeles FC after notching two goals against Austin FC

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bags twice in win Lopez scored two goals on four shots (three on target), created three chances, delivered five crosses and drew three fouls in Saturday's 4-3 win versus Austin FC.

Impact Lopez had a great offensive outing Saturday as he scored twice and racked up offensive stats to help his side take home all three points. The striker is going through an excellent offensive form as he has now scored five goals in his last two appearances. He will look to display another strong outing Saturday versus LAFC.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lopez leads San Jose against Austin FC after 3-goal outing

Eduardo Lopez leads San Jose into a matchup with Austin FC following a three-goal showing against Real Salt Lake

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores hat trick on Wednesday Lopez scored three goals while taking five shots (four on goal) and creating a chance during Wednesday's 4-3 loss to RSL.

Impact Lopez scored in the 26th, 50th and 65th minutes to account for all three of San Jose's goals in a losing effort. The goals upped the forward's season total to eight while his five shots led San Jose in the loss.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Saturday Lopez took two shots off target, created two chances, sent seven crosses (three accurate) and took five corners in Saturday's draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Lopez has failed to crack the scoresheet in four straight games, but the Mexican winger has been one of the league's best creative threats and owns a great fantasy floor. He averages 1.40 chances created and 2.22 crosses per game.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates six chances in win Lopez created six chances and completed three accurate crosses in Friday's 2-1 victory against the Galaxy.

Impact Lopez returned from his one-game suspension and put in a masterclass performance with his distribution on Friday, playing a crucial role in his side's upset win over Los Angeles. He will hope to do it again in a few weeks against the fourth-placed Rapids, which have conceded 18 goals in as many matches this season.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Minnesota Lopez will miss Tuesday's clash against Minnesota United with a suspension due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Lopez received his sixth yellow card of the season against Vancouver on Friday so will be out for Wednesday's game, where Cade Cowell is likely to replace him. Lopez should be back for Friday's clash against the Galaxy.

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in draw Lopez took a shot and created a chance in Friday's 0-0 draw against Vancouver. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Lopez was active in attack on Friday but he couldn't break through into the Whitecaps' goal for a winner. He will be looking to add to his five goals this season Tuesday against Minnesota United, which have conceded 21 times in 17 MLS matches.

AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores fifth goal of season Lopez scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing twice (one accurate) and creating two chances during Sunday's 2-1 win over LAFC.

Impact Lopez found the back of the net in the 28th minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the fifth of the season for the forward as he finished with the second highest amount of shots, crosses and chances created in the win.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring Lopez scored a goal while taking two shots (two on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Portland.

Impact Lopez found the back of the net in the 24th minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the fourth of the season for the midfielder while his two shots tied for the team-high total in the draw. Lopez was subbed off at halftime.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Lopez scored one goal from two shots (both on goal) during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Colorado.

Impact Lopez has been less of a volume-producer for fantasy with only 17 chances created, but he's scored three times and provided one assist in 13 appearances, including two goal contributions over his last three starts. In a team that seldom impresses for its attacking prowess, Lopez offers decent value on occasion.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of year Lopez had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots and crossing three times inaccurately during Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Galaxy.

Impact Lopez set up Cade Cowell in the 82nd minute, assisting the lone San Jose goal. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder, coming from his lone chance created in the match.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE