Luca Bombino - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Provides first assist of season Bombino had an assist with his lone chance created while taking three shots (one on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Wednesday's 5-0 win over Austin.

Impact Bombino set up Marcus Ingavertsen in the 89th minute assisting San Diego's fourth goal. The assist was the first this season for Bombino as he's combined for three chances created, eight crosses and seven clearances over his last three starts since returning from a three match absence due to a lower body injury.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starts versus LAFC Bombino (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's game against Los Angeles FC.

Impact Bombino rejoined the squad for the week 11 match after being sidelined since April 12 due to the injury. The full-back, who has featured on both flanks this year, achieved his first direct contribution of the season with his goal against Minnesota United the last time he played. However, he should be more reliable in defensive duties against most opposition. His return to the lineup will push Ian Pilcher to a substitute role.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out with lower body injury Bombino is not an option for upcoming action due to a lower body injury.

Impact Bombino's absence will be felt, as he had been starting regularly before the injury. With the extent of the issue unknown, the defender could be forced to miss a few matches in future weeks.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Bombino scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Minnesota United.

Impact Since extending with San Diego, Bombino has regularly started for the team, with his next seven appearances featuring 14 crosses (seven accurate), 14 clearances and five interceptions. As for the goal, it marks Bombino's first this season and second with San Diego.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Duncan, Kelvin Yeboah score goals, Minnesota beats San Diego 2-1

Kyle Duncan and Kelvin Yeboah each scored a goal to help Minnesota United beat San Diego FC 2-1

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

FC Dallas v San Diego FC: Visitors harnessing 'warrior mentality' San Diego FC have made a fantastic start to the 2026 season, and Luca Bombino has put that down to a "warrior mentality".

MARCH 12 • BEINSPORTS.COM

San Diego FC sign Luca Bombino to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension San Diego FC have signed defender Luca Bombino to a contract extension through the 2028-29 season with an...

JANUARY 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Extends with San Diego Bombino has extended with San Diego, according to his club.

Impact Bombino is back in San Diego after his permanent transfer this offseason, with the defender now extending until the 2028/29 season, with an option for the 2029/30 season. This is huge news for both club and defender as he should remain their starter at left-back, with 29 starts in 31 appearances last season.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

San Diego FC permanently acquire Luca Bombino from LAFC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - SD receive: Luca Bombino - LAFC receive: Up to $1.1 million, sell-on % San Diego FC have permanently acquir...

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Permanently join San Diego Bombino has been traded to San Diego from LAFC, according to his new club.

Impact Bombino was on loan with San Diego this season and will remain with the club moving into the 2026 season, with the defender traded to the club from LAFC. The 19-year-old would work himself into a decent role, joining early in the season and immediately seeing time, starting in 27 of his 29 appearances while recording one goal and three assists. He should remain in a starting role at left-back moving into next season, cementing a regular spot this campaign.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Bombino (illness) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's meeting with Portland Timbers.

Impact Bombino has regained health and will remain active on the left side of a back four in the decisive matchup of the first playoffs round. His presence from kickoff leaves Franco Negri among the substitutes for the third straight game. Assuming he's ready for 90 minutes of play, the 19-year-old could be relied on for a variety of stats, having made multiple clearances, tackles and interceptions in most of his recent games while providing an assist on Oct. 27.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Bombino has overcome an illness and is fully fit for Sunday's clash with Portland, per manager Mikey Varas.

Impact Bombino came off after 50 minutes during the second match against Portland, but that was due to an illness, not injury per manager Mikey Varas. The defender is fully fit for the third match of the opening round and will return straight to the starting XI at left-back. Franco Negri should be back on the bench despite playing 40 minutes last time out.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Bombino (undisclosed) was spotted in team training on Thursday after being forced off with an apparent injury in the last game against Portland, the club posted.

Impact Bombino was forced off in the 50th minute of the last game against Portland due to an undisclosed injury that raised concern among San Diego fans. Seeing him back in team training on Thursday is good news for the new franchise, as the U20 USMNT defender is an undisputed starter at left back and they will need him fit against the Timbers on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Valakari, Dreyer lead San Diego to 2-1 victory over Timbers in club's first postseason match

Onni Valakari and Anders Dreyer scored in the first half and top-seeded San Diego FC held on for a 2-1 victory over the Portland Timbers in a best-of-three first-round opener of th...

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Dreyer leads San Diego FC against the Portland Timbers

Anders Dreyer leads San Diego FC into a matchup with the Portland Timbers after scoring two goals against the Houston Dynamo

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Called up for U20 World Cup Bombino has been called up by the U20 USMNT for the U20 World Cup and is out for the time being.

Impact Bombino will not be with his club for the next few weeks, likely until the second week of October, as he will serve with the USMNT for the U20 World Cup. This is a major loss for his club, as he is a regular starter on the left flank of the defense. This will force a change for the time being, with William Kumado as a possible replacement.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for U20 World Cup Bombino has been called up by the U20 USMNT for the U20 World Cup and is out for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in four crosses Bombino generated four crosses (zero accurate) and one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atlanta United. He was subbed off due to injury in the 84th minute.

Impact Bombino was in the starting XI at left-back Saturday, appearing for 84 minutes and his eighth straight start. He would see an okay match performance-wise, recording one clearance, two interceptions and four crosses. He remains a regular in the backline moving into the playoffs.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville takes shutout streak into matchup with San Diego FC

Nashville comes into a matchup with San Diego FC after recording two straight shutout wins

JULY 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Sets up goal Bombino assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 11th...

Impact Bombino set up Ian Pilcher for the equalizer in the 79th minute. In addition to that, Bombino also recorded five clearances, three interceptions and three tackles. He has been involved in three goals over the last four games, marking the most productive spell in his career.

JULY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ian Pilcher's late goal helps San Diego remain atop Western Conference, tie Whitecaps 1-1

Ian Pilcher scored his first goal in MLS for San Diego FC in a 1-1 tie with the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday night in a matchup of the top-two teams in the Western Conference

JULY 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Tallies assist in win Bombino assisted on a goal in San Diego FC's 2-1 win on Saturday against Chicago Fire.

Impact Bombino logged his third assist of the season while also contributing defensively with three tackles. He took four corner kicks as well. Bombino should have good chances of adding to his season assist total against Toronto FC, a team which has allowed 29 goals in 21 MLS matches.

JULY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in home loss Bombino scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-3 defeat to Houston Dynamo.

Impact Bombino scored the 2-2 equalizer in the 54th minute with his first goal in the campaign. He logged a season-high three shots during the match. The left-back also led San Diego in tackles to help on defense.

JULY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ponce has two late goals to deliver the Dynamos a 4-3 win over leading San Diego FC

Ezequiel Ponce scored his second goal 10 minutes into extra time and the Houston Dynamo defeated San Diego FC 4-3

JULY 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Box-to-box performer in loss Bombino registered one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Bombino matched a team high Wednesday with four clearances as San Diego were outlasted by Seattle in a 1-0 defeat. The left full-back also contributed one tackle (one won) and one interception to the team's defensive effort over his 90 minute shift. Bombino has been named as a member of the San Diego starting XI in each of their last seven fixtures and has played the full 90 minutes in each of their last four fixtures.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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