MAYA YOSHIDA NEWS

Weeks away from returning Yoshida (hamstring) is "weeks away" from returning to action, head coach Greg Vanney told media Thursday.

Impact Vanney revealed that Yoshida's injury turned out to be more significant than initially expected, so the Japanese center-back won't return anytime soon. This means Carlos Emiro Garces should remain in the starting lineup until Yoshida is ready to return.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling with squad Yoshida (hamstring) isn't part of the squad that will face Tigres in the CONCACAF on Tuesday and remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against Houston, according to Corner of The Ga...

Impact Yoshida is still dealing with a minor hamstring injury and has not returned to the squad since he did not travel to Monterrey for Tuesday's clash. His next chance to feature for the Galaxy will be Saturday against Houston, though he remains a major doubt for the game. Until he returns, Carlos Emiro Garces is starting in his place in the backline.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss up to two weeks Yoshida (hamstring) could be out between 10 to 14 days, Corner of the Galaxy reports.

Impact Head coach Greg Vanney said the medical staff needs to reevaluate Yoshida's scans, but it seems he's dealing with a minor hamstring injury. The best-case scenario under that timeline would have the Japanese center-back returning to face Houston on April 12, although a more realistic timeline could be the April 19 matchup against Austin.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

LA Galaxy, Tigres UANL play to 0-0 draw in 1st leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal

John McCarthy made four saves while the LA Galaxy and Tigres UANL played to a 0-0 draw in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal matchup

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Suffers apparent hamstring injury Yoshida was forced off in the 31st minute of Tuesday's CONCACAF quarterfinal first leg against Tigres due to an apparent hamstring injury, Kevin Baxter of the LA Times reports.

Impact Yoshida requested treatment about half an hour into the first half of Tuesday's game after feeling pain in the back of his leg, suggesting a possible hamstring injury. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he will miss time. If the injury proves serious, Carlos Emiro Garces is expected to partner with Zanka in central defense until Yoshida recovers.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Re-signs with Galaxy Yoshida has re-signed with the Galaxy, accoridng to his club.

Impact Yoshida is here to stay with Galaxy, signing a two-year contract on Saturday to remain with the club. This comes after he held a starting role in the 2024 campaign, starting in all 39 of his appearances while scoring two goals and earning one assist. He will likely maintain his starting role in the center of the defense following his extension, notching 25 tackles, 52 interceptions and 188 clearances while on the field last campaign.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Still negotiating Yoshida remains in negotiations about returning to LA Galaxy, the club announced.

Impact Yoshida's contract has expired, but he's still in negotiations to return to LA Galaxy. The defender played a key role for the club in his first full season. He started 39 matches played 3,486 minutes and was the anchor in their MLS Cup-winning backline. If Yoshida does return he'd likely be in for a huge role once more.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads defensive effort Yoshida generated nine clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Yoshida led the Los Angeles galaxy defensive effort Saturday with nine clearances as they held the Seattle attack at bay in a 1-0 victory. The veteran central defender has appeared in every MLS match for Galaxy in 2024, playing all but a mere 33 minutes.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Yoshida assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 4-1 win versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Yoshida earned his first playoff goal contribution Friday, assisting on Joseph Paintsil's goal in the 45th minute. This only marks Yoshida's third goal contribution of the entire 2024 campaign. He also added one interception and three clearances in the defense.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Yoshida assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 4-1 win versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Yoshida earned his first playoff goal contribution Friday, assisting on Joseph Paintsil's goal in the 45th minute. This only marks Yoshida's third goal contribution of the entire 2024 campaign. He also added one interception and three clearances in the defense.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances Yoshida made an interception, two tackles (winning one) and six clearances during Sunday's 2-1 win over Minnesota.

Impact Yoshida was a part of the Galaxy back line that allowed one goal Sunday, leading his side with six clearances. The centerback has combined for four tackles and 16 clearances over his last three starts.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records four clearances in win Yoshida recorded two tackles (one won) and four clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Yoshida got his second straight win and clean sheet through a good defensive effort at Salt Lake. It has been quite a consistent campaign for the veteran, who stands out as the only player on the squad with all 1800 minutes played, while averaging a team-high 4.0 clearances per game. He'll likely stay busy in a highly defensive role as part of a four-man back line in future clashes.

JUNE 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots Yoshida generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 89th minute.

Impact Yoshida fired three shots for the second time in the last three games and second time on the season, however he has been scoreless in both efforts. He also accounted for his first chance created in the last six outings and completed a minimum of 60 passes for the eighth time on the campaign.

MAY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Second goal of 2024 Yoshida scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-3 victory versus San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Yoshida scored his second goal of the season Sunday as LA Galaxy ran roughshod over the San Jose backline en route to a 4-3 victory. In addition to his offensive production, the veteran defender contributed one tackle (one won), two clearances and a block to the defensive effort. The two goals this season tie his career-best mark in any league in a single season for Yoshida. Fitness permitting, Yoshida should have every opportunity to eclipse his current mark and set a new career-high in goals. He's played every minute of LA Galaxy's first nine matches in 2024.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net Saturday Yoshida scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Yoshida bagged a slightly rare goal Saturday, finding the back of the net for the first time this season and for only the second time since 2021 after scoring in extra time off a Gaston Brugman assist. However, the defender's day was not all good, as he had an underwhelming match in the defense, only registering two clearances and one tackle won.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maya Yoshida's stoppage-time goal lifts Galaxy to 3-3 tie with St. Louis Dejan Joveljic scored in the third minute and Maya Yoshida added a goal in stoppage time to help the LA Galaxy play St. Louis City to a 3-3...

MARCH 17, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Starts all matches in MLS Yoshida started and played all 12 matches for the Galaxy during the 2023 season.

Impact Yoshida joined from Schalke in August and has been a huge boost for the back line. In 12 matches, he recorded a goal and an assist with 47 clearances and 26 interceptions. The defender is set to be the team's number one center back for next season after signing a two-year contract.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up equalizer against Minnesota Yoshida assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-2 loss to Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute...

Impact Yoshida assisted Tyler Boyd for the equalizer in the 41st minute. He also recorded two interceptions. two clearances and one tackle. This was his first assist of the season. He has featured in only 10 games this season and has also scored once against LAFC in mid-September. He is expected to start against Real Salt Lake and FC Dallas.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first MLS goal Yoshida scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-2 loss against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Yoshida scored his first career MLS goal Saturday, a header in the 59th minute assist by Tyler Boyd's headed pass to tie the match at 2-2. Yoshida has started and played the entirety of the past five matches since he joined the Galaxy in August from Schalke.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts third consecutive game Yoshida made six clearances and two interceptions while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 0-0 draw against

Impact Yoshida played superbly against Galaxy and recorded six clearances, two interceptions and two tackles which included a last man tackle. He has fit into the squad naturally after joining from Schalke just two weeks ago. He has registered 19 clearances, five interceptions and four tackles in just three games and is expected to play a crucial role in his team's remaining fixtures this season.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in MLS debut Yoshida made six clearances and one interception while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 3-0 win over Chicago.

Impact Yoshida had a solid debut for LA Galaxy as he played the full 90 minutes and helped his team keep a clean sheet with a solid performance in the heart of the defense, highlighted by a team-high six clearances. The center-back comes to LA as an undisputed starter and his knack for stuffing the stat sheet will make him an interesting fantasy asset in the MLS.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Yoshida has received his P-1 Visa and is eligible for selection during Sunday's clash with Salt Lake, LA Galaxy announced.

Impact Yoshida had the entirety of the Leagues Cup break to await his Visa and was able to receive it before MLS resumed. The defender now figures to compete immediately for a role in the starting XI to attempt to bolster the dreadful Galaxy defense.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pens Galaxy deal Yoshida signed with LA Galaxy on a contract through the end of the 2024, LA announced.

Impact Yoshida made the switch to Major League Soccer, signing with LA Galaxy as a free agent. The defender last appeared in the Bundesliga with Schalke, where he was unable to prevent the clubs relegation. Yoshida has the ability to immediately compete for starting minutes with the Galaxy, who have conceded a league-worst 37 goals in 22 matches.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE