CUCHO HERNANDEZ NEWS

Scores goal in draw Hernandez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Hernandez emerged from between two opposing players and dribbled to the edge of the box, from where he found the back of the net in the 51st minute of the match. He scored for the third time in his last four starts, while the two shots increased his count to 17 over that span. Unless he's rested towards the end of the season, the Colombian is likely to be favored over Cedric Bakambu up front.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header in draw Cucho Hernandez scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Cucho Hernandez rose above the Osasuna back line in the second half Sunday to head home the lone Real Betis goal of the match during their 1-1 draw. In addition to his attacking efforts, the forward added two tackles (one won) and one interception to the team's defensive effort over his 90-minute shift. Since joining Real Betis from Columbus Crew during the winter transfer window, Cucho Hernandez has scored four goals and assisted once across 12 appearances (12 starts).

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Cucho Hernandez scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and one chance created in Thursday's 5-1 win versus Valladolid.

Impact Hernandez came through when Betis needed him the most Thursday and delivered both of his goal contributions in the second half. His header in the 64th minute gave Betis a 2-1 lead, and he later delivered an assist to Romain Perraud, who blasted a thunderous effort past Andre Ferreira to make things 4-1. Hernandez has been outstanding for Betis in recent weeks, and the Colombian international should continue to lead Betis' attacking line as long as he remains healthy.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nets winner Hernandez scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Sevilla.

Impact Hernandez netted the winner in first half stoppage time assisted by Isco. Hernandez won all his ground duels and also made a tackle and an interception. He has now netted in back to back games and will aim to extend this streak in the month of April.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal with Betis Hernandez scored a goal off four shots (one on target) and created one chance during Sunday's 3-2 win over Leganes.

Impact Hernandez had his best performance since joining Betis at the end of the winter transfer window, being involved in multiple dangerous plays and finally scoring his first goal with his new team. In the 82nd minute, the striker scored the game-winner for his team with a powerful one-timed shot from point-blank range. After bagging goals in bunches during his MLS tenure, Hernandez will hope this is just the first of many in his La Liga return.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Another quiet outing Sunday Cucho registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win over Las Palmas.

Impact The start to Cucho's career with Betis has been somewhat slow. Although he has started each of the last four matches, all of which were wins, he has put just one shot on target on seven attempts. He is contributing in other ways -- he created one chance and recorded one accurate cross Sunday -- but he is yet to find the goalscoring form he had in Columbus over the past couple seasons.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Cucho Hernandez registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Getafe.

Impact Hernandez created his first two chances since joining Betis from Columbus Crew in February, but could not find the back of the net. The forward logged his second start for the new club and has yet to play the full 90 minutes or score. He logged 19 goals and 11 assists in 29 appearances (25 starts) in the MLS.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez, Christian Ramirez Shock in Columbus Crew breakup: 3 Reasons They'll Bounce Back Columbus Crew SC say goodbye to another superstar while the LA Galaxy add Christian Ramirez to a burgeoning attack.

FEBRUARY 5 • SI.COM

Crew transfer F Cucho Hernandez to La Liga's Real Betis Forward Juan “Cucho” Hernandez, who helped lead the Columbus Crew to the 2023 MLS Cup championship, is heading back to one of Europe’s top l...

FEBRUARY 4 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Cucho Hernandez Close to Shock La Liga Transfer, per Report Could Cucho Hernandez be on the move ahead of the 2025 Major League Soccer season?

FEBRUARY 3 • KANSASCITY.COM

Signs with Betis until 2030 Cucho has completed a transfer to Real Betis from Columbus, according to his new club.

Impact Cucho ended the transfer deadline with a blockbuster deal for the MLS, with the forward signing a deal with Real Betis until 2030. This comes after two consecutive career seasons for the forward, notching 40 goals and 19 assists in 62 appearances in the past two campaigns. Not to mention he finished fourth and fifth in goals in the league the past two years. However, with the upgrade in playing level around him, he will still have to adapt and earn his spot in the team. That said, a rotational role could be where he is stuck to begin, although he could work in a bigger role in a department that is struggling to find consistency.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in playoff loss Cucho assisted once to go with seven shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 (7-6) penalty shootout defeat against New York Red Bu...

Impact Cucho set up the opening goal of Sunday's match as he assisted Max Arfsten's strike in the 55th minute. It was one of two chances he created in the match. Although Cucho helped create a goal, he was off his normal game as he failed to record a shot on target despite having seven attempts at goal. He converted his penalty kick in the shootout, but it was not enough and he and Columbus were eliminated from the playoffs. Cucho had an MVP-level season with the Crew as he scored 19 goals and recorded 11 assists in 29 appearances (25 starts).

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active in defeat Cucho took six shots (two on goal), crossed three times inaccurately and created two chances during Tuesday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Cucho was held off the scoresheet, but not from a lack of effort as his six shots led Columbus in the loss. The attacker has three goal involvements to go along with 20 shots, eight chances created and 11 crosses over his last three starts.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener Saturday Cucho assisted once to go with five shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Hernandez did not waste any time to record a goal contribution Saturday as he assisted Aziel Jackson's header in the 2nd minute to take the 1-0 lead. It marked his 10th assist of the season to go along with his 19 goals in 27 regular season appearances (23 starts). Cucho will now head into the playoffs with his eyes on winning a second consecutive MLS Cup.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hernandez and the Columbus Crew host the New England Revolution

Cucho Hernandez leads the Columbus Crew into a matchup with the New England Revolution following a two-goal outing against the Philadelphia Union

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • Associated Press

Called up by Colombia Hernandez has been called up by Colombia for the matches against Bolivia and Chile, meaning he won't be available to face New England on Saturday.

Impact One of the most prolific strikers in MLS, the absence of Hernandez will be a huge one for Columbus, and it remains Christian Ramirez will probably feature in a more central role for the game against the Revs. Hernandez will aim to return in time for the regular-season finale against the Red Bulls on Oct. 19.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace versus Philadelphia Cucho scored two goals to go with nine shots (five on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 win against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Cucho continued his MVP push Saturday as he scored his second brace of the season in the win. He now has nine goal contributions in his last five matches despite only making three starts over that stretch. He also took nine shots for the third time this season and created four chances for the fourth time this season. With Columbus locking up the No. 2 seed following the win on Saturday, Cucho could be rested in the final two regular season matches.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Behind Cucho Hernandez's 2 goals, Crew top Union to clinch 2nd place in East Cucho Hernandez scored twice off Dylan Chambost corner kicks and the host Columbus Crew held off the Philadelphia Union 3-2 on Saturday to c...

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Scores one of two penalty attempts Cucho scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat to Inter Miami CF.

Impact Cucho converted a penalty in the 61st minute which cut Miami's lead to 3-2 and gave Columbus a glimmer of hope. He had a chance to equalize the match in the 84th minute with a second penalty attempt, but his poorly placed shot was saved by Drake Callender. Although it was a rough moment for Cucho, he still extended his goal-scoring streak to four matches and is currently tied for fourth in the league with 17 on the season.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist Saturday Cucho scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and five chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 88th min...

Impact Cucho was involved in both of Columbus' goals Saturday as he scored an outside-the-box goal in the 54th minute, then assisted up Jalen Russell-Rowe's header just three minutes later. It marked his third consecutive game with a goal and assist and his seventh such match this season. He also created a season-high five chances and recorded a season-high three accurate crosses in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist off bench Cucho scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-3 win against Orlando City SC.

Impact Cucho came off the bench at halftime for the second straight match Saturday, and scored a goal and assisted another for the second straight match. He scored in the 71st minute off a Max Arfsten assist, then set up Aziel Jackson's match-clinching goal in the 85th minute. In addition too creating multiple chances for the first straight match, he won two tackles for the first time since May 11.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez helps Crew cool off Orlando City Cucho Hernandez had a goal and an assist in the second half to help the host Columbus Crew defeat Orlando City 4-3 and end the Lions’ three-...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Involved in both goals Hernandez scored a goal and added an assist while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating two chances during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Hernandez entered the match at halftime, opening the scoring with a goal in the 51st minute before setting up Marcelo Herrera in the 70th to play a role in both Columbus goals. The goal involvements were Hernandez's first since July in the league as he's combined for 11 shots and six chances created over his last three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Cucho recorded four shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68th minute.

Impact Cucho was the Crew's most threatening attacking player Saturday, but he failed to put any of his four shots on target. However, he added three chances created for the first time since July 17 as he played the full 90 minutes in the rivalry match.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE