News

Hot stove news from the Quakes – Cristian Espinoza is now a permanent member of the team after spending the 2019 on loan from Villareal and will acquire a Designated Player spot on the team.

The Quakes will open their 2020 MLS campaign on February 29 with a home game against Toronto FC with first kick at 2:15pm, and will be on the road as part of the Philadelphia Union’s home opener on March 14 at 4:30pm.  The remaining schedule will be announced at a later date.

NEWS: Earthquakes Acquire Cristian Espinoza on Permanent Transfer (sjearthquakes.com)

Some news from elsewhere. We will be off until (officially) February 29 when the Quakes open against Toronto, also they play in Philadelphia’s home opener 2 weeks later on March 14.

Plus the teams decided to have a bit of fun on the twitter.

THE RESULTS…ARE IN 📨

📝👉 https://t.co/bR9jrE23HQ#DOOP | @theMAURYShow pic.twitter.com/k2I7UUx9CQ

— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) December 5, 2019

https://t.co/QkSaZD6ryT pic.twitter.com/KAuVQjixET

— San Jose Earthquakes (@SJEarthquakes) December 5, 2019

Yes, it could have been March 1, but February 29 is the earliest date on record although it’s only because that happens every 4 years, or 28 years on a Saturday.

𝘿𝙚𝙛𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙖𝙣 𝙅𝙤𝙨𝙚 ⚫️🔵

NEWS: Earthquakes 2020 Home Opener set for Feb. 29 vs. @TorontoFC.

📰: https://t.co/D3PnwXkiop pic.twitter.com/22cHFueFWx

— San Jose Earthquakes (@SJEarthquakes) December 5, 2019

And the latest from the Beautiful Blog – the first one from Sunday.  It is dated, but the focus is on the Stanford men.

Soccer: Stanford Women in Championship; Men make final four

The second one has some major news with Stanford winning the women’s NCAA College Cup and the Oakland Roots forming an NPSL side called Project 51O (as in the area code).

Soccer: Stanford Women win NCAA title, Roots form NPSL side, UPSL Playoffs

The Quakes will kick-off their 2020 regular season schedule with a home game against Toronto FC February 29 at 2:15pm.  They will also play on the road at Philadelphia on March 14 4:30pm start.  The rest of the schedule will be announced at a later date.  Season ticket holders will get priority with a presale on Wednesday December 11 at 10am, while the general public will have their chance to buy tickets on Friday December 13 same time.

Details at sjearthquakes.com.

The Oakland Roots have found a replacement for Paul Bravo.

Jordan Ferrell Named Head Coach for Oakland Roots S.C. (oaklandrootssc.com)

 

For December and January we’ll be posting just the latest news every Monday.

First off, Doug Zimmerman has his summary on the Oakland Roots debut season. What NISA hopes to accomplish is a good alternative for clubs to go the professional route compared to the multi-million dollar worth of MLS clubs.  While the schedule was improvised at the last minute expect more competition at the NISA 2020 Spring Showcase.

Oakland embraces its Roots in successful first season (sfgate.com)

The usual Monday deets from The Beautiful Blog is here with highlights from the college soccer beat.

Bay Area Soccer: Stanford Women in College Cup, Stanford Men advance

 

In UPSL action, the Stompers clinch a playoff berth with a 9-1 win over Vacaville.

🌳🍇⚽️ 🤦🏻‍♂️ After starting the season 0W-1D-4L the Stompers go 5 games unbeaten. Stompers finish the season with 3 straight wins! Tonight Oakland needed to win by 7 goals to clinch a playoff berth. Final Stompers 9 – Vacaville 1!#Oakland #Stompers #OaklandStompers @UPSLsoccer pic.twitter.com/IwaOkGzHLT

— Oakland Stompers (@OaklandStompers) December 1, 2019

 

 

 

thecup.us has their article on Olympic Cup, who qualified for the 2020 US Open Cup

2020 US Open Cup Qualifying Win & You’re In: Former pros lead historic Olympic Club to first USOC berth

Also, the latest hot stove news regarding the Quakes, who have their eyes set on Alan Pulido of Chivas.  This move makes sense due to his connection to current head coach Matias Almeyda.  The rumor is not without any competition as Orlando City is also interested in the Liga MX player

Can confirm this report that #Quakes74 are interested in Pulido. I’m told that Pulido is Almeyda’s top target this winter, and conversations have begun on a potential transfer. https://t.co/ftHh327yox

— Joel Soria (@soriajoelfutbol) November 26, 2019

Alan Pulido: “Most likely I’m going to MLS;”  two more teams linked to Chivas striker (mlssoccer.com)

Report: San Jose Earthquakes, Orlando City SC in for Chivas, Mexico striker Alan Pulido (mlssoccer.com)

Our coverage was at Redwood City last weekend.  The recap of JASA Redwood City v Real San Jose will be posted soon. Update 11/28: the game summary between JASA and RSJ is up on the site.

Right now a few items of note from the Beautiful Blog at sfgate.com

Bay Area Soccer: Stanford Men and Women Advance in NCAA Tourney; Olympic Club in 2020 US Open Cup

Also, the San Francisco Examiner has their report on the Olympic Club US Open Cup match.  Note: the newspaper and the SF Glens have a sponsorship arrangement.

Olympic Club, led by former pros, qualifies for U.S. Open Cup (sfexaminer.com)

Some major news from the Quakes.  First up they announce the players that were retained for the 2020 season and released from the team.

NEWS: Earthquakes Announce Roster Moves Ahead of 2020 MLS Season (sjearthquakes.com)

Also, this item was announced last week, but some upcoming games at Avaya Stadium in December with the high schools taking center stage beginning on December 10 at 5:30 with high schools Mercy Burlingame and Norte Dame of Belmont playing at the home of the Quakes.  The full slate is at the link below.

NEWS: Earthquakes to Host High School Soccer Series at Avaya Stadium (sjearthquakes.com)