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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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Oh, the agony (and relief). Watching USA hold off Iran at the World Cup
Rooting for a team that's ahead but slipping has to be the most uncomfortable feeling in sports. It's not really a fun way to live, but perhaps it's just baked into our DNA.
Loons
Injured Pulisic vows he'll be ready for USA's knockout round match
After being injured while scoring in the USA's 1-0 win over Iran, star Christian Pulisic sent a message that'll he'll be ready when his team faces the Netherlands on Saturday.
Loons
Star Tribune World Cup 2022 guide: Schedule, scores, TV/radio, teams
Soccer's World Cup begins Nov. 20 and runs through Dec. 18. Tap here for the information you'll need to follow the matches involving the United States, host Qatar and 30 other nations.
World
Pulisic goal advances U.S. in World Cup with 1-0 win over Iran
Christian Pulisic kicked the ball, scored the goal and crashed into the goalkeeper, a collision that sent the American star to a hospital and the United States into the second round of the World Cup.
Loons
Former Loons goalkeeper Miller signs with D.C. United
Tyler Miller spent three seasons with Minnesota United and was the starter in 2021 but became a free agent after the 2022 season.
Loons
Neal: Twin Cities soccer fans fill up World Cup watch parties
Monday was a big day for World Cup soccer viewing. Friday will be even bigger.
Loons
World Cup faces new edict from Qatar government: Hide the beer
A week before the opening game, tournament organizers are scrambling to balance late changes ordered by powerful Qatari officials with the interests of a major FIFA sponsor.
Loons
Loons retain Trapp, Taylor, Oluwaseyi; set sights on three others
Minnesota United also announced they are negotiating to keep Joseph Rosales, Jonathan Gonzalez and goalkeeper Tyler Miller.
Loons
Who did the Loons leave unprotected for Friday's MLS expansion draft?
MLS teams could protect 12 players, and for the Loons, 17 others are available t be chosen by St. Louis CITY SC on Friday.
Loons
Minnesota United makes two trades: Dunbar in, Jackson out
The Loons sent Aziel Jackson to St. Louis CITY SC and acquired Cameron Dunbar from the L.A. Galaxy.
Photography
Photos: 2A Girls Soccer Championship
Holy Angels played Mahtomedi in the Girls Class 2A soccer state championship game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Friday, November 4, 2022.
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Photos: 3A Boys Soccer Championship
Wayzata played against Woodbury in the Boys Class 3A soccer state championship game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Friday, November 4, 2022.
Loons
Aurora seeking expansion franchise in top U.S. women's league
The Minnesota will apply for an expansion franchise in the 12-team National Women's Soccer League by today's deadline, as well as a spot in the USL Super League scheduled to debut in 2023.
Sports
Minnesota State Mankato claims three of top five awards in NSIC women's soccer
Forward Jenny Vetter and keeper Mackenzie Rath of the Mavericks and Brian Bahl, their coach, received major NSIC awards at the end of regular season.
Loons
Souhan: Seeking 'magic unicorn,' Aurora hopes to blaze pro soccer trail
The Aurora would prefer a woman or a member of a minority group to be their new owner or lead investor, to align with their goals of promoting women, equality and equity in sports.
Colleges
South Dakota State's Hansen receives a top Summit League award
Maya Hansen, the Burnsville High School graduate who played with Minnesota Aurora last season, was named the Summit League's Offensive Player of the Year.
Loons
Amos Magee to head Loons' youth development program
Minnesota United player personnel director Amos Magee is switching jobs within the organization and now will oversee the club's Youth Development Program.
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