Minnesota United Loons and Soccer News

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June 25, 2017

Minnesota United midfielder Johan Venegas, right, attempted a shot against the Vancouver Whitecaps in the second half Saturday.

Midfielder Johan Venegas returns to Loons starting lineup

He hadn't played since he started the 1-0 win against Orlando City SC on May 27.

Sports

June 25, 2017

Minnesota United defender Jermaine Taylor (4) argued to an official after he thought a penalty should have been called against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Loons rally from two goals down for unsatisfying draw

Manager Adrian Heath turned angry at half and remained so at the end.

Sports

June 24, 2017

Minnesota United defender Francisco Calvo (5) headed away the ball while guarding Vancouver Whitecaps defender Tim Parker (26) in the second half Satu

Postgame: Number of matches no excuse for Minnesota United draw

While the Loons have played three matches in one week, players said fatigue wasn't an issue in the 2-2 draw with the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday.

Photography

June 24, 2017

Loons 2, Vancouver 2

Francisco Calvo and Jerome Thiesson both scored to earn a 2-2 draw for Minnesota United FC against the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Sports

June 24, 2017

Johan Venegas returns to Minnesota United's starting lineup

The midfielder takes the place of suspended forward Abu Danladi.

Sports

June 24, 2017

Monaco’s Kylian Mbappe (standing) didn’t quite run roughshod over opponents last season, but he did enough to become one of the players

Get ready for soccer transfer tales with faux-legendary endings

It's transfer time in soccer, and it follows a pattern.

Sports

June 24, 2017

Soccer weekend watch guide

What to watch this weekend.

Sports

June 24, 2017

Jon Marthaler's soccer short takes

Tidbits from the soccer world.

Sports

June 24, 2017

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Gameday preview: Minnesota United vs. Vancouver

Minnesota United (5-9-2) caps a three-match week against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC (6-6-2) on Saturday with a chance to vault itself very close to playoff contention.

Sports

June 22, 2017

Portland goalie Jeff Attinella (1) reacted after a wrong way goal by teammate Amobi Okugo in the first half giving Minnesota a 1-0 lead.

Loons pick up much-needed home victory, 3-2 over Portland

Rookie Abu Danladi scored the United's third goal in the 64th minute - and later received a red card.

Sports

June 21, 2017

Timbers built their side cleverly given MLS' salary constraints

MLS teams can use target allocation money to buy down the salaries of players that would be designated players, thus freeing up space to acquire more.

Sports

June 21, 2017

Loons right-back Venegas sees rare multiple starts

Kevin Venegas had one lone start March 25 prior to three consecutive selections recently.

Sports

June 21, 2017

United sticks with same 11 against the Portland Timbers

Despite a 1-0 loss at Real Salt Lake just this past Saturday, the Loons chose the same starters for the midweek match.

Sports

June 21, 2017

Children's Mercy Park during a match between the LA Galaxy and Sporting KC last season.

Model franchise? United looks to Kansas City and sees its future

After playing to small crowds in ill-fitting venues, Sporting Kansas City has sold out its stadium for close to 100 games in a row and built a loyal following with a fan-focused approach.

Sports

June 20, 2017

Gameday preview: Portland at Minnesota United

United is back at the bottom of the league table at 4-9-2 with Western Conference challenger Portland Timbers (7-6-3) visiting for a rematch of the season opener.

Sports

June 20, 2017