MLS: Diego Luna Shines As Real Salt Lake Snap 2-Game Losing Streak
Written by Patrick Echatah
Diego Luna wasn’t even certain earlier this week that he would play for Real Salt Lake when they visited San Diego on Saturday.
More Details
But he didn’t spend any time making his presence known after the Independent Review Panel lifted his red card punishment from Matchday 9.
- TST Confirms Return To Cary, Sets Dates For 2026 Women’s Tournament
- SPL’s Mendy And Bounou To Contest AFCON Final
- Orlando Pride Appoint Caitlin Carducci As VP Of Soccer Operations
- Conceicao Moves Against Swap Deal Involving Saudi Internationals
- San Diego Wave Land Ludmila in Near-$1m Blockbuster NWSL Trade
With a stunning solo effort, Real Salt Lake’s top midfielder opened the goal at Snapdragon Stadium.
RSL took a quick lead just before halftime when Luna jumped in front of a misdirected pass, drove at the defence, and then flicked a stunning strike into the corner of the net.
The Claret-and-Cobalt won 3-1 to end a two-game losing streak, with the rising 21-year-old adding a second goal from the penalty spot and Sam Junqua scoring a goal of his own.
Luna continued his upward trajectory by reaching 5g/2a in nine games with his second brace of the season.
Read Also – Noah Lyles: America’s Ultimate Showman
Luna, the current MLS Young Player of the Year, has improved his reputation abroad this season by playing well for the US men’s national team on multiple occasions.
“I don’t think we can talk about Diego developing anymore. He’s the guy,” Mastroeni told reporters. “He’s the guy that plays with the chip on his shoulder.
“He’s one of our best defenders. He’s obviously the guy that’s putting the ball in the back of the net. He’s doing it all for our group.”
Do you have a story tip?
Kindly Email: keepup@bettitude.com
You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube
About Author
