Soccer
Complete coverage of Minnesota United, Minnesota Aurora, the MLS and World Cup soccer. Latest scores, player stats, schedule, standings, game highlights and sports commentary from the Star Tribune.
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Weekend soccer watch guide
What to watch from the pitch.
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Minneapolis
Minneapolis isn't giving up on soccer stadium in line for St. Paul
Some in city pledge to continue the pursuit despite stinging news of a possible deal across the river.
Minneapolis
Major League Soccer team owners close in on stadium deal for St. Paul
St. Paul appears to be the choice of Minnesota United team officials as home for a new Major League Soccer team and $150 million stadium, sources told the Star Tribune.
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United's Justin Davis scores in 77th minute for 1-0 win
The Loons moved into a tie with Ottawa for second in the combined season standings at 32 points.
Sports
Surging United in thick of battle for playoff spot
A win Wednesday would give the Loons a tie for second in the overall standings.
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Gameday preview: Indy Eleven at United
The Loons return home off two consecutive road victories and a bye week.
West Metro
Minneapolis soccer stadium land deal ends in silence
Deal expires on Mpls. site, but mayor and council president not giving up on landing team.
West Metro
Time nearly up for Minneapolis soccer stadium land
Owner of industrial site says he has "no interest" in selling to Minnesota United after Monday's deadline
Sports
Soccer insider: Money can't guarantee success
Teams with big payrolls or star-studded lineups aren't assured of a winning record.
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Soccer weekend watch guide
What to watch on the pitch this week.
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Soccer short takes
Quick hits from the world of soccer.
St. Paul
St. Paul advances pro soccer plan
As the City Council lent its support, the Port Authority is looking to clear the way for a stadium through a lease agreement with the Met Council.
Sports
Iran coach says Guam visa hassles nothing to do with soccer
Iran coach Carlos Queiroz says the frustrations faced by Guam in obtaining visas to travel to Tehran for a World Cup qualifier in September give just a glimpse of the problems faced by his team in negotiating international soccer.
Loons
United FC rallies to beat Tampa Bay on road
Ibson scored the tying goal in the 36th minute — eight minutes after Juan Guerra's goal for the Rowdies.
Sports
Gameday preview: United at Tampa Bay
Minnesota and Tampa Bay played to a scoreless draw in the second week of the spring season.
Gophers
Soccer insider: Gophers in need of an offensive kick
Stefanie Golan said her team must be more aggressive to finish better than sixth place.
Sports
Weekend soccer watch guide
What to watch this weekend.
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Soccer short takes
A quick look around the world of soccer.
St. Paul
St. Paul City Council to weigh in on soccer stadium
Sponsors are confident the council will back a tax exemption for Midway stadium site.
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