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Hirving Lozano news
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The gist
Hirving Lozano returns to Snapdragon Stadium with LA Galaxy on Saturday. His first touch will reveal how San Diego fans receive him.
Background
Lozano was San Diego FC's first Designated Player and a key figure in their inaugural season. After a breakdown with the club, he was loaned to LA Galaxy on Aug. 7. He has appeared three times for the Galaxy, rebuilding match fitness. Saturday's match is the first meeting between the teams this season and Lozano's first against his former club.
How it unfolded
- 2025San Diego FC joined MLS as an expansion club. Lozano was signed as their first Designated Player.
- May 2026Lozano scored a stoppage-time winner for San Diego FC against the Galaxy at Snapdragon Stadium.
- Aug 7, 2026San Diego FC loaned Lozano to LA Galaxy after he spent months outside the first-team picture.
- Aug 19, 2026Lozano made his first start for the Galaxy in a 1-0 win over San Jose Earthquakes.
- Aug 29, 2026Lozano returns to Snapdragon Stadium to face San Diego FC for the first time since leaving.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Galaxy coach Greg Vanney says the team must control emotion and keep 11 players on the field after three consecutive red cards.
- Analysts
- MLSsoccer.com notes Lozano looked threatening in his first start, forcing saves and drawing fouls.
- Public
- The San Diego Union-Tribune suggests the reception could be complicated, given Lozano's departure.
Still unverified
The exact nature of Lozano's breakdown with San Diego FC is not detailed in the material.