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Real Salt Lake hosts Dallas in Western Conference action

Real Salt Lake hosts Dallas in Western Conference play

8 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

On bench Saturday Lobzhanidze (muscle soreness) is on the bench for Saturday's meeting against Minnesota United.

Impact Lobzhanidze has achieved a quick recovery as he wasn't dealing with a major issue, but his potential will be reduced without guaranteed minutes of play. He has contributed a pair of assists over three substitute appearances in league play since joining Real Salt Lake from Atlanta, but he went scoreless over his last two Leagues Cup outings. Lobzhanidze could get a few set pieces when he's on the field, but he's likely to be a secondary option behind Diego Luna.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with muscle soreness Lobzhanidze was listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup versus Minnesota United as he deals with muscle soreness, the MLS announced Friday.

Impact Lobzhanidze has been one of RSL's most dangerous wide attackers, capable of creating and scoring either from a starting or bench role, and muscle soreness putting him in doubt is a meaningful concern for a club already managing significant absences across the lineup. If he's eventually ruled out, the team will lose an offensive asset, and Diego Luna will likely benefit with increased playing time and set pieces.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Saturday Lobzhanidze assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Lobzhanidze replaced Lineker Rodrigues dos Santos at halftime and set up Sergi Solans' opener in the 60th minute. Lobzhanidze led his team in crosses and chances created (four). He has now assisted in two of his last three games and those have been his only assists of the campaign.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Debut assist in loss Lobzhanidze provided one assist to go with four corners in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Lobzhanidze came on for Diego Luna in the 78th minute to make his RSL debut, immediately taking over corner kick duties and delivering the precise delivery that Lukas Engel headed home in the 86th minute. He also had a shot on target in stoppage time and delivered four corners in total across his cameo, with his set-piece quality the most encouraging sign from a difficult RSL evening.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Real Salt Lake Lobzhanidze has joined Real Salt Lake from Atlanta United for the remainder of the 2026 MLS season, according to the club.

Impact Lobzhanidze recorded 15 goals and 21 assists in 93 career appearances for Atlanta since joining in 2023, and has contributed two goals and one assist in 13 appearances this season. The 31 year old Georgian international, who represented his country at Euro 2024, previously enjoyed a breakout 2024 campaign with Atlanta, tallying 17 goal contributions in the league, and brings extensive professional experience from stints in Denmark and Turkey prior to his MLS arrival. The move gives Real Salt Lake an experienced attacking option as it looks to boost its production for the rest of the season.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses Sunday Lobzhanidze had two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Columbus Crew.

Impact Lobzhanidze recorded five crosses in his third straight match Sunday and he also recorded a season-high three chances created. While he was creating at a high level he struggled a bit in front of goal, only taking two off-target shots after recording at least two on-target shots in each of his last four appearances. He will now be away from club football for nearly two months due to the World Cup break.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots Saturday Lobzhanidze generated four shots (two on goal), 10 crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Lobzhanidze would start for a third match in a row Saturday as he clearly looks to have a starting role now after a bench spot through the first few games of the campaign. He would record a chance created, four shots and 10 crosses in the draw, earning plenty of opportunities but still going without a goal contribution.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Lobzhanidze and Atlanta United host the LA Galaxy

Saba Lobzhanidze leads Atlanta United into a matchup with the LA Galaxy following a two-goal showing against CF Montreal

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Brace Saturday Lobzhanidze scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus CF Montreal.

Impact Lobzhanidze was the hero of Saturday's match for Atlanta, as the attacker not only bagged a goal in the 41st minute, but added another in the 50th. This marks his first goal contributions of the season, coming after 10 appearances.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Active day attacking Lobzhanidze recorded four shots (two on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 2-1 loss versus New England Revolution.

Impact Lobzhanidze received the start Wednesday after he was given rest from the bench in the last outing, recording 79 minutes of play. He would remain active on the field but is still in search of a goal contribution this season, recording four shots and eight crosses in the loss.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Back to the bench Lobzhanidze registered two crosses in 16 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Atlanta United.

Impact Lobzhanidze returned to a role off the bench after earning a start in the previous match. When he gets a spot start, he typically has a role on set pieces and can create from open play, but considering he's only started three of eight matches this season, his fantasy value has taken a significant hit.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Lobzhanidze had two shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Chicago Fire.

Impact Lobzhanidze is back in the starting XI after four matches off the bench, playing 78 minutes Saturday. He would whip in five crosses, tying a match high for this season. With only three starts in seven appearances this season, he still has yet to earn a goal contribution.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Starts opener Lobzhanidze had two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Lobzhanidze ended last season falling out of the starting XI but reclaimed that role to begin this season, starting and playing 73 minutes. However, he would still record two shots, two crosses and a chance created. He went all of last season without a goal, after 10 in 2024, hoping to get back into decent form as Atlanta looks for a resurgence.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Available going forward Lobzhanidze (groin) is not listed as injured in the team's availability report for the 2026 season opener against Cincinnati.

Impact Lobzhanidze could have a chance to feature in the first few weeks of the new season but might be used as a substitute for either Miguel Almiron or Luke Brennan. The Georgian saw his involvement diminish at the end of last year, in which he finished with a run of 17 league matches without a single goal or assist. Still, his return should boost the team's attacking threat assuming he can record some minutes in every game.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt adductor injury Lobzhanidze is suffering from an adductor injury, according to Doug Roberson of AJC.

Impact Lobzhanidze will not play a friendly with his club Friday, as the attacker is suffering from an injury. This will halt his preseason training for the time being, needing to regain fitness in the three weeks leading up to the season. He is in line to be a starter, so the club will hope for only a minor issue.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta United seeks to break losing streak in matchup with D.C. United

Atlanta United aims to break a three-game skid when it hosts D.C

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Serving with Georgia Lobzhanidze has been called up by Georgia for the international break and will miss Saturday's match against Miami.

Impact Lobzhandize will not be with the team as they take the field Saturday, instead serving in some friendlies with Georgia. He didn't start the last match, and they have turned to a five-back, so this won't force a change. However, he has still started in 23 of his 32 appearances this season, so they will hope he returns for their season finale.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in crosses Lobzhanidze registered one shot (zero on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to New England Revolution.

Impact Lobzhanidze recorded three straight starts when starting in Sunday's outing, playing 85 minutes. He would also lead his team in crosses, recording five in the contest, his 10th contest with five or more crosses this season. That said, he has 105 crosses in 31 appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records five shots Lobzhanidze registered five shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against CF Montreal.

Impact Lobzhanidze was back in the starting XI Saturday after appearing off the bench in their past two games, featuring for 90 minutes. He would have a solid outing despite not finding a goal contribution, recording four chances created, five shots and 10 crosses. He has now gone nine appearances since his last goal contribution, a rough spell.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Registers three crosses Lobzhanidze generated one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus D.C. United.

Impact Lobzhanidze played the full 90 Saturday but was unable to register a goal contribution in the scoreless draw, his fourth straight outing without a goal or assist. That said, he remains without a goal this season, with only five assists in 20 appearances (15 starts) this campaign.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United looks to break losing streak in matchup with Atlanta United

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JULY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Takes two shots Lobzhanidze registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Lobzhanidze wasn't able to make it a third straight match with an assist Saturday, as he would go without an assist or even a chance created in the loss. However, he did continue in a starting role for a third straight game, now starting in 13 of his 17 appearances after a few games out of favor.

JUNE 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Lobzhanidze assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-2 victory against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Lobzhanidze earned his first start in a few matches Sunday, having appeared off the bench in the three matches before. He would earn an assist, finding Ajani Fortune in the 20th minute. This is his second assist in their past three games, bringing him to four in 15 appearances (11 starts) this season.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Lobzhanidze assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Lobzhanidze was back on the bench Wednesday, his second straight appearance off the bench after only missing one start through the first 11 games of the season. He would bag an assist in his 21 minutes of play as well, finding Jamal Thiare in the 92nd minute. This is his thrid assist of the season, with those accounting for all of his goal contributions.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Real Salt Lake hosts Dallas in Western Conference action

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