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United's playoff chances dim after loss to Carolina
The Loons will have to beat the New York Cosmos in their last game, next Saturday at the National Sports Center, and hope Rayo OKC loses to Indy Eleven the next day at Miller Stadium, its home pitch, to make the playoffs.
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Record crowd expected for U.S. women's soccer
More than 21,000 tickets have been sold for U.S. vs. Switzerland rematch at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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U.S. women's soccer match is one more local net gain
Friendly match against Switzerland latest in string of major soccer events.
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Three MLS players from Minnesota could be available in expansion draft
The expansion draft might provide a few options in the form of Minnesotans who could lead their home team into MLS, a little like former Mr. Hockey and Gophers standout Darby Hendrickson did in the Wild's inaugural NHL season.
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Women's soccer friendly at a glance: U.S. national team vs. Switzerland
It's the second friendly of a two-match series. The U.S. defeated the Swiss team 4-0 on Wednesday in Utah.
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Minnesota United-Carolina game preview
Minnesota United's 3-1 victory against FC Edmonton 3-1 last week snapped a six-match winless streak. Now the Loons (11-11-8) play at Carolina needing every point possible to keep its hold on the fourth and final playoff spot.
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Soccer short takes
Another potential candidate for Minnesota United in MLS is former Loons star Miguel Ibarra, who shot to fame when he was called up to the U.S. men's national team while with Minnesota.
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Soccer weekend watch guide
For years, there was no better rivalry in Germany than the one between Mönchengladbach, the club of youth, and Bayern, the club of money.
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United loses coin flip, but gains first pick in MLS SuperDraft
Atlanta won Sunday's coin flip and chose to take the first pick in the MLS expansion draft. Minnesota will get the first pick in the draft of the nation's top college players.
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Minnesota United FC wins, strengthens playoff position
Their victory puts them three points clear for the final NASL playoff berth.
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Soccer insider: Expansion draft is United FC's first MLS step
Expansion team will vie with Atlanta for top selections forming the first roster in new era.
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No United goals still good for one point
The Loons were in control for most of the match but were unable to convert on many chances in a draw. Their winless streak is at six games.
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Gameday preview: United at Puerto Rico
Minnesota United (10-11-7) has won just one of its past nine matches but is still clinging to fourth place, with 37 points
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Soccer insider: Loons should pick designated players for MLS team carefully
Loons should focus on smaller names for the best on-field results in MLS.
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