Soccer

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Sports
March 26, 2017
Adrian Heath

Depleted Minnesota United routed again as goals against mount

The Loons lost 5-2 at the New England Revolution on Saturday, making this the third match where the team has given up at least five goals.
Sports
March 25, 2017

Notes: Loons, Revolution have two Minnesotans on rosters

Minnesota United FC doesn't have the monopoly on Minnesotan MLS players
March 25, 2017

Postmatch: United takes a step back vs. Revolution

Following an encouraging draw against Colorado, United allowed yet another goal-fest in New England.
Sports
March 25, 2017
Minnesota United midfielder Johan Venegas (11) drives toward the goal in the first half against the Portland Timbers in Portland, Ore., Mar. 3, 2017.

Factors converge to bring United FC's lineup short vs. Revolution

Injuries, a suspension and national team duty leave Minnesota United FC missing 10 players for Saturday afternoon's match.
Sports
March 25, 2017
Kevin Venegas makes MLS debut as Minnesota United FC takes on New England Revolution

Kevin Venegas makes MLS debut as Minnesota United FC takes on New England Revolution

Many absences have again forced coach Adrian Heath to switch-up his starting lineup.
Sports
March 25, 2017

Soccer weekend schedule: TV channel, time, matches to watch

What to watch on the pitch
Sports
March 25, 2017
Germany's national team throws their captain Bastian Schweinsteiger into the air after he played his last match for the national team in Moenchengladb

Soccer insider: Chicago's coup is a positive for MLS

Fire is the perfect spot for Bastian Schweinsteiger.
Sports
March 24, 2017
Minnesota United FC midfielder Kevin Molino scores for Trinidad and Tobago

Minnesota United FC midfielder Kevin Molino scores for Trinidad and Tobago

Defender Francisco Calvo and midfielder Johan Venegas started for Costa Rica, while midfielder Rasmus Schuller was an unused substitute for Finland.
Sports
March 24, 2017

Gameday preview: Minnesota United at New England Revolution

United will endure several obstacles — 10, in fact —trying to build off last week's first MLS point
Sports
March 24, 2017

Soccer short takes

What to watch on the pitch
Polls
March 24, 2017
United midfielder Rasmus Schuller (20) made tighter defense a priority against forward Kevin Doyle and the Colorado Rapids.

Poll: Which Minnesota pro team are you most optimistic about right now?

St. Paul
March 23, 2017
Rendering of the Minnesota United soccer stadium in St. Paul.

St. Paul Port Authority plans to partner with developer Irgens for site near soccer stadium

Port Authority officials will vote next week on a joint venture with Irgens and Minnesota United.
Sports
March 23, 2017
All feet on deck as United's depleted roster heads to New England

All feet on deck as United's depleted roster heads to New England

The team will have to bring all 17 available players to New England tomorrow, which is one short of a full 18-man match-day squad.
Sports
March 22, 2017
Thomas de Villardi

Already thin United lineup gets thinner with injury to de Villardi

Left-back Thomas de Villardi left practice Wednesday on crutches. He is the fifth injured player for United this young season.
Sports
March 22, 2017
United could be missing nine players Saturday at New England

United could be missing nine players Saturday at New England

Defender Joe Greenspan is back at practice after a concussion. But a suspension, national team call-ups and injuries will deplete United's roster against the Revolution.
Sports
March 20, 2017
United midfielder Rasmus Schuller (20) made tighter defense a priority against forward Kevin Doyle and the Colorado Rapids.

Heath acknowledges improvement after United's 2-2 draw

United gave up both of its goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Colorado Rapids on defensive mistakes, but the Loons' coach saw progress following two lopsided losses.
Sports
March 19, 2017
Colorado Rapids forward Dominique Badji, left, and Minnesota United defender Brent Kallman go after the ball during the first half of an MLS soccer ma

Loons pick up first MLS point with 2-2 draw in Colorado

Minnesota United held a brief lead but had to settle for a 2-2 draw at Dick's Sporting Goods Park.
Sports
March 19, 2017

Loons notes: Longtime friends face each other as MLS rivals

MLS matchup allows United's Thiesson and Rapids' Gashi to resume banter established over the years.
Sports
March 19, 2017

'A childhood dream.' Danladi on his pro debut

Top draft pick Abu Danladi came on as a substitute late in the second half with the match all tied up, and coach Adrian Heath was hoping the sub would net a game-winner.
Sports
March 18, 2017
Lineup changes ahead of United vs. Colorado Rapids

Lineup changes ahead of United vs. Colorado Rapids

After allowing 11 goals through two games, Minnesota United FC has made some big changes ahead of its third Major League Soccer match.