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Chucky Lozano uses Lionel Messi’s 2026 World Cup success as inspiration for a return with Mexico

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After joining LA Galaxy in look for minutes, Hirving "Chucky" Lozano has used Lionel Messi's success in the 2026 World Cup as an inspiration to eventually return to the Mexico national team. Hirving “ Chucky ” Lozano completed his transfer to the LA Galaxy seeking the consistent minutes he was unable to secure at San Diego FC, aiming to relaunch his career on the international stage. Looking for a blueprint to return to the Mexico national team, Lozano cited Lionel Messi ‘s success during the 2026 World Cup while competing in MLS as a primary source of inspiration . Since Messi arrived at Inter Miami in 2023, critics questioned his physical conditioning and competitive edge playing outside the European spotlight. However, the forward defied expectations by delivering a standout performance at 39 years old following his preparation in MLS . Speaking to reporters during his introductory press conference, Lozano was asked by Bolavip ‘s Martin O’Donnell about a potential return to the Mexi