Hernán Losada
Argentine footballer and coach
Hernán Pablo Losada (born 9 May 1982) is an Argentine football manager and former professional player who played as a midfielder.
As a player, Losada was known for his beautiful dribbles and fine passes, according to Belgian media. During his time in Belgium, Losada played for Beerschot for 3 separate periods.
Following his retirement, Losada became an assistant manager and later head coach of the reserves at his former club Beerschot. In 2019, he was promoted to manager of the first team and led the club to promotion to the Belgian First Division A. In January 2021, he left his role at Beerschot to take the head coach position at MLS side D.C. United.
Club career
Club Atlético Independiente
Losada started his career at Club Atlético Independiente in the Primera Division Argentina in 2000 after joining the club from Barracas Central following a recommendation from Nito Veiga. He then signed his first professional contract with the club.
After progressing through the youth ranks for the side, Losada was called up to the first team in October 2003 and made his debut for Club Atlético Independiente on 25 October 2003, in a 2–1 loss against Rosario Central. He then scored his first goal for the club on 5 December 2003, in a 2–1 win over Atlético de Rafaela. Then, on 13 February 2004, he scored twice in a 4–1 win over Cienciano in the Copa Libertadores.
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