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Can't score despite being active Lobzhanidze generated five shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Nashville SC.

Impact Lobzhanidze was one of Atlanta United's most dangerous threats in this game, but the winger was unable to find the back of the net. He only has two goals on the season, and his fantasy upside won't be very high unless he can find a way to contribute to the end product on a more consistent basis.

MAY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Minnesota United Lobzhanidze scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and six crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Minnesota United.

Impact Lobzhanidze scored in the 82nd minute assisted by Daniel Rios. Lobzhanidze also missed a good chance in the 11th minute and blocked two shots. He's yet to register an assist this season, despite now creating 16 chances across 10 games.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in draw Lobzhanidze recorded four shots (one on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Lobzhanidze led the team with four shots taken (one on goal); however, he was unable to find the back of the net as they were shutout. Additionally, he delivered four crosses.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first season goal Lobzhanidze scored a goal off his lone shot and created three chances during Sunday's 2-0 win over Orlando.

Impact Lobzhanidze finally bagged his first goal of the season, using a clinical finish into the far post to open the scoring for Atlanta in the 9th minute. The attacker then spent most of the time creating for teammates from the right flank until he was finally subbed off during the closing minutes of the game. This performance looked much more like the ones Lobzhanidze had during the final stretch of last season so he'll hope this is the start of a memorable first full campaign in MLS.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in loss Lobzhanidze generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-2 defeat to Columbus Crew.

Impact Lobzhanidze will end the season as a starter, making eight starts in 12 appearances. In that span, the midfielder has recorded three goals and four assists while averaging about two crosses per game. He is set to be a big part of the midfielder after signing a four-year contract back in August.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Cincinnati Lobzhanidze made an assist, had two shots (one on target), created four chances and sent in five crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Cincinnati.

Impact Lobzhanidze was a big threat from the right flank, making the assist for his side's first goal, being involved on the play that led to the second and generating many other opportunities throughout the contest. With three goals and four assists over nine appearances since joining Atlanta for the final stretch of the season, the winger proved to be a great reinforcement and a hope for the upcoming playoffs.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist in win Lobzhanidze assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against CF Montreal.

Impact Lobzhanidze picked up a goal contribution in his fifth straight match after finding Xande Silva for the opening goal of the match. The 28-year-old has only played in six matches since joining the club in August but has already made a great impact after notching his third goal and third assist of the season in Saturday's match. He has only started three of his six matches played but might be a normal starter after making the starting XI in the last two games and having great production in every appearance so far.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Lobzhanidze scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus D.C. United.

Impact Since his MLS debut, Lobzhanidze has scored a goal every multiple games. In the Atlanta team's 2023 season so far, he possesses three goals across five appearances. Lobzhanidze scored once in both of starts, which he could get a lot more of moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two assists off bench in win Lobzhanidze made two assists after coming off the bench during Saturday's 5-2 win over Inter Miami.

Impact Lobhanidze came off the bench to replace Edwin Mosquera in the 74th minute and ended up being a key player for Atlanta in their win as he provided two assists, first setting up Giorgos Giakoumakis's goal with just two minutes into the pitch and then creating another for Tyler Wolff in the 89th minute. That's now two goals and two assists for the attacker over four appearances, three of them coming off the bench, since joining Atlanta. If he keeps up with the strong play, it will be just a matter of time for him to win a regular starting spot.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Lobzhanidze scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus FC Dallas.

Impact Lobzhanidze scored in the 58th minute assisted by Santiago Sosa. This was his first start for the club and only his third appearance. He has already scored twice this season and will be in contention to start against Inter Miami in two weeks time.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in debut Lobzhanidze scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-0 victory against Nashville SC.

Impact Lobzhanidze came off the bench and scored on his MLS debut in just 29 minutes of play. He spent the last two seasons playing in Turkey with Hatayspor, totaling nine goals in 61 appearances. He is expected to make a slow transition to the lineup once he becomes used to the league and the style of play of the team.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could make debut Saturday Lobzhanidze might make his Atlanta United debut on Saturday against Nashville SC, Doug Roberson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Head coach Gonzalo Pineda confirmed the news after saying the winger "seems to be very happy to be here and just ready to go." The winger trained with Atlanta United for the first time Wednesday, so if he does end up being available, he might make his debut off the bench rather than starting right away.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from training Friday Lobzhanidze wasn't spotted in training Friday and is considered a long shot to play Sunday at Seattle, Doug Roberson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Lobzhanidze is one of several signings Atlanta United made over the summer and should fill the void left by Luiz Araujo, who joined Flamengo in Brazil, but his chances of debuting Friday are scarce since he's yet to train with the squad. If he can't go, then his next chance to play would come against Nashville on Aug. 26, but everything will depend on when he can join practice with the rest of the squad.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta United lands F Saba Lobzhanidze via transfer Atlanta United filled their vacant designated player spot, acquiring forward Saba Lobzhanidze on a transfer from Hatayspor of the Turkish Su...

AUGUST 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Atlanta United lands F Saba Lobzhanidze via transfer Atlanta United filled their vacant designated player spot, acquiring forward Saba Lobzhanidze on a transfer from Hatayspor of the Turkish Su...

AUGUST 2, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Atlanta United sign DP forward Saba Lobzhanidze | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Atlanta United have acquired a Designated Player just before the Secondary Transfer Window deadline, announ...

AUGUST 2, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

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