Hirving Lozano scores in Napoli's win over Fiorentina

Hirving Lozano was on target as his Italian club ran out 2-1 winners over Fiorentina in the matchday seven of the 2021/22 Serie A season to maintain their hundred percent start to the season. Lozano was named in the starting lineup and repaid his manager's trust by drawing Napoli level in the 38th minute, 10 minutes after Fiorentina had taken the lead. He was substituted in the 57th minute, making way for Italian winger Matteo Politano. He also scored in Napoli's 4-0 win over Udinese.

How did it happen between Fiorentina and Napoli

The contest began with both teams fielding its best team. Hirving Lozano and captain Lorenzo Insigne were selected to support Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from the flanks. Fiorentina scored first in the 28th minute but the league leaders Napoli responded through Hirving Lozano who smashed home a rebound after Lorenzo Insigne's penalty was saved. Amir Rrahmani put the visitors ahead through a freekick in the 50th minute. Hirving Lozano was substituted a few minutes later but Napoli were able to seal the win. The Neapolitans are top of the group with a maximum 21 points from seven games.

What is Hirving Lozano's number for Napoli?

Hirving Lozano began his football career at Mexican club Pachuca in 2006 and was promoted to the senior team in 2014 and left for PSV Eindhoven in 2017. He has won at least a trophy with every club he has played for. Lozano, 26, joined Napoli from PSV Eindhoven in 2019 for $46.5m, a club record at that time and has become an important part of the team, wearing the number 11 jersey. He has played over 60 games and scored over 20 goals including 11 League goals last season.

How much does Lozano earn and what is his net worth?

Hirving Lozano was signed to Napoli from PSV after impressive performances at his former club PSV and a decent 2018 FIFA World Cup outing where he scored in Mexico's 2-0 win over Germany. He has a contract with Napoli till June 2024 and earns a reported £120,000 per week, and he is one of the club's highest paid players. He has a net worth of about £15m. His current market value according to transfermarkt is £40m.