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Loons' Gregus will miss time while playing for Slovakia national team
The Loons also will be without defender Chase Gasper for a rare Tuesday game at Nashville.
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Loons' newcomer Kamara shows off his signature celebration
Newly acquired striker Kei Kamara scored his first goal for Minnesota United Saturday. It was the first time Loons supporters witnessed his goal-scoring tradition, a "heart-shaped hands" gesture.
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Loons' striker Amarilla misses seventh consecutive game
Signed last winter to become his new team's starter, Paraguayan striker Luis Amarilla missed his seventh consecutive game Saturday against FC Cincinnati, with his future both near and distant uncertain.
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Kamara's penalty kick sparks Loons to 2-0 victory over FC Cincinnati
Kei Kamara's successful penalty kick in the 16th minute was his first goal in three games as a Loon and the 130th in a MLS career that dates to 2006.
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Gameday preview: Minnesota United FC vs. FC Cincinnati
The Loons enter Saturday's night game 5-5-4 overall and 2-1-1 at home after Sunday's scoreless tie with Real Salt Lake.
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With recent moves, Loons sending signals that the goal is to win now
Minnesota United's latest series of moves indicate it is a team firmly aimed to win now. "When we have everybody fit and healthy, this team can compete with anybody," coach Adrian Heath said.
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Donovan's USL team makes decency a priority
Landon Donovan's USL team in San Diego forfeited the final game of the season Wednesday after former Loons player Collin Martin, now playing for San Diego, was allegedly targeted with a homophobic slur.
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Watch: Adrian Heath answers Loons, soccer questions on StribSports Live
Minnesota United coach Adrian Heath answers questions from Michael rand and Loons fans during a StribSports Live, presented by X-Golf.
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Loons keep building off 2019 draft
Chase Gasper, Hassani Dotson and Dayne St. Clair all were landed that day. "They've exceeded every bit of expectation," coach Adrian Heath said.
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Seeking a starting role, Toye traded from Loons to Montreal
Nearly two weeks after it acquired veteran striker Kei Kamara, Minnesota United on Thursday sent young forward Mason Toye to Montreal.
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Saying gay slur used at ex-Loons player, San Diego walks off during match
The San Diego Loyal forfeited a United Soccer League match Wednesday in protest against an anti-gay slur apparently directed at former Minnesota United midfielder Collin Martin.
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Minnesota United's Boxall is making a French connection
Loons defender Michael Boxall has been paired on the back line with two Frenchmen.
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Boxall's Loons club record hits 87 games and counting
Minnesota United center back Michael Boxall on Sunday played a club record 87th career game Sunday, part of a strange season in which he is the only player who has played every minute.
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Loons play to 0-0 draw with Real Salt Lake
The two teams played for the third time since July -- and the second time in three weeks at Allianz Field – but neither could find the back of the net.
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Molino remains out for Loons vs. Real Salt Lake
Loons play Real Salt Lake tonight for third time since July, second time in three weeks at Allianz Field
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Loons' schedule tilts to Allianz Field starting Sunday vs. Real Salt Lake
Minnesota United returns to an empty Allianz Field on Sunday, a home-field advantage nonetheless against Real Salt Lake. The Loons have played three home games and seven away.
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Gameday preview: Minnesota United FC vs. Real Salt Lake
Real Salt Lake visits Allianz Field for the second time since the MLS regular-season restart. The first time, Minnesota United won 4-0
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Heath on Loons players during virus threat: 'They've done everything we've asked'
Minnesota United coach Adrian Heath said his team has "been fine so far" in testing every other day and the day before games.
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Soccer Insider: Young Americans thrive in overseas play
The U.S. Men's National Team should benefit from a wider selection of talent as the years roll on.
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- Marta says this will be her final year with Brazil's women's national team
- European soccer leagues insist they have no plans for games in the US. A lawsuit could change that
- Five surprise teams aim to finish stunning seasons by securing Champions League spot
- Chelsea and Lyon bring leads into return legs of Women's Champions League semifinals
- Man City beats Brighton 4-0 to stay on course for another Premier League title. Phil Foden scores 2
- Wrexham schedules 3 games in US and Canada in July
- Liverpool's Premier League title hopes hit by 2-0 loss to Everton. Man United survives another scare
- Mbappe nets twice in 4-1 win over Lorient to put PSG on the verge of French league title
- Macron takes part in charity soccer game, showing off sporting prowess
- Carli Lloyd turns diplomat and takes a US message to kids in Greece
