Chris Wondolowski, legendary San Jose Earthquakes striker and the leading goalscorer in MLS history, has wrapped up his playing career. The 38-year-old veteran made the official announcement while addressing the fans following Sunday’s regular-season finale against FC Dallas.

“I wanted to do this in front of fans instead of in front of a bunch of cameras,” Wondolowski said. “I wanted to do this in front of you because you guys have been there from day one. This is the last run.”

The game ended with a 1-1 draw, and fittingly, Wondolowski scored the only goal for the Quakes. This brought his MLS goal tally to 171, 26 more than second-placed Landon Donovan.

Unfortunately for San Jose and Wondolowski, their 2021 season ended on a bitter note. The Quakes finished the season with 41 points, which was only enough for 10th place in Western Conference. 

Still, Wondolowski believes the team has a big future and players it can count on even after he lefts.

“This organization is going to do big things. I can’t wait for it, and we’ll be here for the future,” he added.

Chris Wondolowski spent 13 and a half out of his 17 years in MLS with the Quakes and helped the franchise win two Supporters’ Shields. His individual accolades include the MLS MVP award in 2012, two MLS Golden Boot trophies, and five All-Star nods.

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San Jose Earthquakes legend Chris Wondolowski is returning for his 18th MLS season in 2021.

The Quakes announced on Friday that Wondolwski, who turns 38 in January, signed a new one-year contract with the club to front their attack in the upcoming season.

Wondolowski initially intended to retire after the 2020 MLS season but changed his mind after the season played out without fans in the stands.

“I was fully committed to making 2020 the final year of my career, but I’ve reconsidered and can’t wait to join my teammates one more time as we look to bring an MLS Cup back to San Jose,” said Wondolowski, who scored nine goals last season. “The fans have consistently supported me through the ups and downs and I’d always regret not properly saying goodbye.”

Wondolowski hinted at the possibility of returning in 2021 earlier in the offseason but said that it was up to San Jose’s sporting director Jesse Fioranelli and Matias Almeyda to make that happen. The duo obviously didn’t need much convincing and jumped on the opportunity to have the veteran striker back on their roster.

By playing one more year, Chris Wondolowski will have an opportunity not just to say a proper goodbye to Quakes fans but also to add to his MLS record goal tally that currently stands at 166 regular-season goals.

He also has a chance to overtake Landon Donovan for the most goals in the regular season and playoffs, needing three to break the LA Galaxy legend’s record.

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MLS all-time leading scorer Chris Wondolowski will stick around for one more year of soccer. San Jose Earthquakes announced on Tuesday that Wondolowski signed a new one-year deal and will return to the team for the 2020 MLS season.

Wondolowski, who finished 2019 with 15 goals, will play his 17th season in MLS and his 13th with Quakes next year.

“It’s impossible to fully explain all the ways Chris is devoted to this club,” – said Quakes general manager Jesse Fioranelli in a statement. “He truly embraces a bigger cause, well beyond the goals he scores and the records he breaks. Wondo has an unparalleled love for the game and the Quakes organization as a whole, and this is a great day for our fans and our club.”

Chris Wondolowski started his professional career with the San Jose Earthquakes in 2005, making two appearances with the team in his rookie season. The following season, Earthquakes moved to Houston, where they took over new identity as Houston Dynamo.

After three and a half years in Houston, during which he helped Dynamo back to back MLS Cups, Wondolowski was traded to re-established Earthquakes. Since them, he made 320 appearances with the club and scored 159 goals.

Over the course of his MLS career, Wondolowski won the MLS Golden Boot award two times while making five MLS All-Star appearances and winning the MLS MVP Award in 2012. In May, 2019 he became MLS all-time leading scorer, surpassing Landon Donovan.

“I’m very excited to be back for one more year,” – said Wondolowski after inking the deal. “Knowing how much fun it is in the locker room, the team unity that we have, and where this team is going, I wanted to be a part of it. I love this game. I love going out to practice. We’re a family. Even right now, it’s nice to have a couple days off, but I’m ready to get started again.”

Wondolowski, who will turn 37 in January, also said that once he retires, he wants to remain in San Jose.

“When I do decide to step away from the game, my goal is to remain a part of the Earthquakes organization and help the team any way I can.” – he added.

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Chris Wondolowski, legendary San Jose Earthquakes striker and the leading goalscorer in MLS history, has wrapped up his playing career. The 38-year-old veteran made the official announcement while addressing the fans following Sunday’s regular-season finale against FC Dallas.

“I wanted to do this in front of fans instead of in front of a bunch of cameras,” Wondolowski said. “I wanted to do this in front of you because you guys have been there from day one. This is the last run.”

The game ended with a 1-1 draw, and fittingly, Wondolowski scored the only goal for the Quakes. This brought his MLS goal tally to 171, 26 more than second-placed Landon Donovan.

Unfortunately for San Jose and Wondolowski, their 2021 season ended on a bitter note. The Quakes finished the season with 41 points, which was only enough for 10th place in Western Conference. 

Still, Wondolowski believes the team has a big future and players it can count on even after he lefts.

“This organization is going to do big things. I can’t wait for it, and we’ll be here for the future,” he added.

Chris Wondolowski spent 13 and a half out of his 17 years in MLS with the Quakes and helped the franchise win two Supporters’ Shields. His individual accolades include the MLS MVP award in 2012, two MLS Golden Boot trophies, and five All-Star nods.

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San Jose Earthquakes legend Chris Wondolowski is returning for his 18th MLS season in 2021.

The Quakes announced on Friday that Wondolwski, who turns 38 in January, signed a new one-year contract with the club to front their attack in the upcoming season.

Wondolowski initially intended to retire after the 2020 MLS season but changed his mind after the season played out without fans in the stands.

“I was fully committed to making 2020 the final year of my career, but I’ve reconsidered and can’t wait to join my teammates one more time as we look to bring an MLS Cup back to San Jose,” said Wondolowski, who scored nine goals last season. “The fans have consistently supported me through the ups and downs and I’d always regret not properly saying goodbye.”

Wondolowski hinted at the possibility of returning in 2021 earlier in the offseason but said that it was up to San Jose’s sporting director Jesse Fioranelli and Matias Almeyda to make that happen. The duo obviously didn’t need much convincing and jumped on the opportunity to have the veteran striker back on their roster.

By playing one more year, Chris Wondolowski will have an opportunity not just to say a proper goodbye to Quakes fans but also to add to his MLS record goal tally that currently stands at 166 regular-season goals.

He also has a chance to overtake Landon Donovan for the most goals in the regular season and playoffs, needing three to break the LA Galaxy legend’s record.

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MLS all-time leading scorer Chris Wondolowski will stick around for one more year of soccer. San Jose Earthquakes announced on Tuesday that Wondolowski signed a new one-year deal and will return to the team for the 2020 MLS season.

Wondolowski, who finished 2019 with 15 goals, will play his 17th season in MLS and his 13th with Quakes next year.

“It’s impossible to fully explain all the ways Chris is devoted to this club,” – said Quakes general manager Jesse Fioranelli in a statement. “He truly embraces a bigger cause, well beyond the goals he scores and the records he breaks. Wondo has an unparalleled love for the game and the Quakes organization as a whole, and this is a great day for our fans and our club.”

Chris Wondolowski started his professional career with the San Jose Earthquakes in 2005, making two appearances with the team in his rookie season. The following season, Earthquakes moved to Houston, where they took over new identity as Houston Dynamo.

After three and a half years in Houston, during which he helped Dynamo back to back MLS Cups, Wondolowski was traded to re-established Earthquakes. Since them, he made 320 appearances with the club and scored 159 goals.

Over the course of his MLS career, Wondolowski won the MLS Golden Boot award two times while making five MLS All-Star appearances and winning the MLS MVP Award in 2012. In May, 2019 he became MLS all-time leading scorer, surpassing Landon Donovan.

“I’m very excited to be back for one more year,” – said Wondolowski after inking the deal. “Knowing how much fun it is in the locker room, the team unity that we have, and where this team is going, I wanted to be a part of it. I love this game. I love going out to practice. We’re a family. Even right now, it’s nice to have a couple days off, but I’m ready to get started again.”

Wondolowski, who will turn 37 in January, also said that once he retires, he wants to remain in San Jose.

“When I do decide to step away from the game, my goal is to remain a part of the Earthquakes organization and help the team any way I can.” – he added.

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