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Minnesota Aurora talking to investors about turning pro
Before jumping to a professional league, the Aurora still plans to play in the amateur USL W league for the 2023 season after reaching the league's championship game this year.
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Five questions facing Loons this offseason after unsatisfying finish
Minnesota United has to assess which players should be brought back, as the team aims to make the MLS playoffs for the fifth consecutive season next year.
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Key dates for MLS playoffs and offseason
This year's offseason includes the World Cup in Qatar, which starts Nov. 20 and ends Dec. 18.
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18 hours, $138: Loons supporters fly to witness defeat in Dallas
Separated from FC Dallas fans by two rows of police tape, about 160 of Minnesota United's best fans made a quick trip to Texas that they hoped would work out better. Here's what fueled their passion.
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Loons booted from playoffs by Dallas on penalty kicks; Heath vows change
After a 1-1 draw over 120 minutes, FC Dallas made all five of its penalty kicks to Minnesota United's four. Afterward, coach Adrain Heath said 'big and tough decisions' must be made about the roster.
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Hlongwane returns to Minnesota United starting lineup vs. FC Dallas
After a full day of training Sunday, Bongokuhle Hlongwane returned to his spot on the Loons' front line for their playoff opener.
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Live: Loons vs. Dallas FC in MLS playoffs on Matchview
Minnesota United is in Dallas for a win-or-season's done playoff match. Tap here for lineups, play-by-play and statistics during the match.
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Minnesota United at FC Dallas preview: Loons regain key players for playoffs
With Robin Lod, Kervin Arriaga and potentially Bongokuhle Hlongwane available for selection, the Loons have a shot at improving their 1-4-2 record in Dallas.
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Can Loons carry road success into MLS playoff game at FC Dallas?
The Loons got an away win against FC Dallas in May, but Dallas beat them in Minnesota last month. It all comes down to Monday night.
World
Iran's celebrities face reprisals for supporting protests
Singers, actors, sports stars — the list goes on. Iranian celebrities have been startlingly public in their support for the massive anti-government protests shaking their country. And the ruling establishment is lashing back.
High Schools
Saturday's prep roundup: Woodbury, Stillwater advance to boys' soccer section final
The top-seeded Ponies needed penalty kicks to advance past St. Paul Central.
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Jonathan Gonzalez, on loan for now, gaining comfort with Minnesota United
Gonzalez had a big game when the Loons needed it most last Sunday against Vancouver. He said he'd love to stay in the MLS beyond this season.
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Loons' back four returned to stingy ways in playoff-clinching win
Minnesota United's defensive group of Michael Boxall, Brent Kallman, DJ Taylor and Kemar Lawrence was strong, and the solid defense extended up the field.
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Familiar foe: Loons vs. FC Dallas, this time in MLS playoff opener
It's been a little more than a month since Minnesota United had a meltdown, with Dallas scoring three goals in about four minutes.
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Loons are MLS playoff-bound after 2-0 win over Vancouver
Sunday's "Decision Day" victory — and three points — was the Loons' first since August. They sealed it with a goal in each half.
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Heath guides Loons to playoffs for fourth straight year
The Loons' 2-0 victory over Vancouver sealed a playoffs berth on the last day of the season.
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Neal: Loons head for playoffs, but don't party, after beating Whitecaps
The locker room boasted champagne, but the players kept the festivities muted after the Loons' 2-0 win over Vancouver.
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Neal: Avoid the swoon, Loons, and jump all over Vancouver to get to postseason
Minnesota United's late-season slide can be forgiven with a strong showing in the finale.
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Loons 'gave up everything' in freefall but still control postseason fate
There's a complicated story behind Sunday's simple scenario: win or tie and the Loons make the playoffs. A loss would be the final crash in an epic collapse.
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Gameday preview: Loons, Vancouver meet on Decision Day
The stakes are high for both teams on the last day of MLS' regular season.
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