33rd Schwan's USA Cup
What: Youth soccer tournament that includes 1,168 teams, 10 shy of the record set a year ago. The teams are from 15 countries, five Canadian provinces and 17 states. Referees are coming from 18 countries.
When: Tuesday (opening ceremony) through Saturday
Where: National Sports Center in Blaine
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