SAN ANTONIO (Mar. 18, 2024) – San Antonio FC has transferred ahead Santiago Patiño to Vietnamese first-division facet Ho Chi Minh Metropolis in change for an undisclosed charge, pending league and federation approval. Per staff coverage, phrases of the switch weren’t made public.
“We’re thrilled to announce the numerous switch of Santiago to Vietnam,” mentioned SAFC Head Coach Alen Marcina. “Santiago’s profound affect on the membership can’t be overstated. All through his tenure with SAFC, our partnership aimed to raise each his sport and mindset, leading to outstanding performances and private development. Furthermore, our membership has demonstrated a real path for participant development, showcasing our dedication to excellence and innovation.”
Patiño makes the transfer to the five-time Vietnamese champions after scoring 26 objectives in 48 complete matches for San Antonio from 2021-23 because the membership’s all-time main scorer. The 2022 USL Championship Last MVP, Patiño was instrumental in securing SAFC’s first title, netting a brace within the remaining. He returned to San Antonio in August 2023, posting seven objectives in 1,157 minutes of play.
San Antonio FC returns to Toyota Subject to host Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Saturday, March 23. The match is ready to kick off at 7:30 p.m. CT and might be broadcast on ESPN+. The 2024 season is offered by Toyota.