Photo Gallery: MNUFC v Chicago Fire – USOC Quarterfinal

July 12, 2025|In MNUFC, MNUFC Galleries, Northland Soccer Journal, US Open Cup

It took extra time for a winner to emerge between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire in a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup. The Loons had a man advantage for the majority of the match after Omar Gonzalez was ejected but Chicago got on the scoresheet first after Brian Gutierrez scored off a penalty kick.

MNUFC were down a goal at halftime but Robin Lod’s early goal after the break forced the game into extra time. Kelvin Yeboah scored twice to secure a spot in the semifinals for Minnesota United where they will host Austin FC on September 16.

A supporter stands by a banner before a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

A corner flag before a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota United midfielder Sang Bin Jeong (7) evades a tackle during a quarterfinal match in the US Open Cup against the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn.,on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota United forward Tani Oluwaseyi (14) looks on as Chicago Fire defender Omar González (34) heads the ball during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota United midfielder Sang Bin Jeong (7) during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup against the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota United midfielder Julian Gressel (24) takes a corner kick during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup against the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota United forward Kelvin Yeboah (9) takes a shot as Chicago Fire defender Leonardo Barroso (2) attempts to block it during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Minnesota United midfielder Robin Lod (17) watches as his shot is saved by Chicago Fire goalkeeper Chris Brady (1) during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Supporters celebrate a goal during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

A supporter reacts after Minnesota United missed a goal scoring opportunity during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup against the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota United goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair (97) catches the ball during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup against the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

Supporters celebrate after Minnesota United defeated the Chicago Fire 3-1 in a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

A capo celebrates after Minnesota United defeated the Chicago Fire 3-1 in a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Minnesota United players celebrate after defeating the Chicago Fire 3-1 during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Scenes during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal match between Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Tim McLaughlin)

PK gives a thumbs up to Minnesota United players after they defeated the Chicago Fire 3-1 during a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

A fireworks show was on display after Minnesota United defeated the Chicago Fire 3-1 in a quarterfinal match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

Fireworks are set off after a quarterfinal match in the US Open Cup where Minnesota United defeated the Chicago Fire 3-1 at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minn.,on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)

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