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Opponent Insight: MN United FC @ Orlando City SC

Opponent Insight: MN United FC @ Orlando City SC

An undefeated Minnesota United FC is once again on the road Saturday night to face Eastern foe Orlando City SC. It is a new era for both clubs, each with coaching changes since 2023. And, notably, it will be the Loons' first trip to Orlando without Adrian Heath and

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MNUFC's Home Opener: A Soccer Wars Story

MNUFC's Home Opener: A Soccer Wars Story

Much of soccer or journalism or life is about celebrating tradition and starting new traditions. As I approached Allianz Field from the parking lot of the storefront formerly known as Apollo Locksmith, I stumbled into my first interview of the day: Northland Soccer photographer Tim McLaughlin. He was finishing some

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Freelancer Feasts on Allianz Field Food for Football Fans

Freelancer Feasts on Allianz Field Food for Football Fans

For those not familiar, I have previously for levity reviewed food offered by Deleware North in Allianz Field's premium seating areas. I love food, all kinds of food. So when Northland Soccer's Bridget McDowell said I could go the 2024 Media Tasting at Allianz Field this

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Match Preview: MNUFC vs Columbus Crew

Match Preview: MNUFC vs Columbus Crew

Minnesota United FC will open the 2024 home season on Saturday, March 2, in a rare matinee against Eastern Conference foe and defending MLS Cup Champions, Columbus Crew. With a forecasted high of 63F, St Paul's Allianz Field is set to give a warm welcome to Loons fans

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MNUFC stun hosts and league with 2-1 win at Austin FC

MNUFC stun hosts and league with 2-1 win at Austin FC

Minnesota United FC opened the 2024 MLS season at Austin's Q2 Stadium on Saturday night, pulling off a stunning 2-1 win over hosts Austin FC. It was the clubs' eighth meeting, the win being the Loons' fourth all-time against the side and only their second win

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A Whole New World ... Sorta: A MNUFC 2024 Season Preview

A Whole New World ... Sorta: A MNUFC 2024 Season Preview

MNUFC Sporting Side Overhaul On Thursday, I sat in the National Sports Center (NSC) Sports Hall's Media Workspace for the first time. I am filled with excitement to help Northland Soccer Journal cover Minnesota United FC. MNUFC Public Relations Specialist Aaron Tomich lead me past an indoor space

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USLW Heartland Overview

USLW Heartland Overview

The USL W League is returning for its third season in 2024, continuing its overall expansion. Even with the continued expansion, the Heartland Division retains most of its shape from 2023. The only loss the division saw was Green Bay Glory heading back to the WPSL after two seasons in

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The sadness of an Open Cup half-empty

The sadness of an Open Cup half-empty

The 110 year old Lamar Hunt US Open Cup is being threatened by current events. The regional governing body Concacaf have seemingly sided with MLS. Since the facts have been well-covered by others, I'm gonna stick with the light that the tournament brings and the emotional attachment many

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WPSL North preview

WPSL North preview

Yes, it is too big but it features some of the best amateur players in the country, and some who have very recently been professionals. Let's look at the Northern Conference of the Women's Premier Soccer League. Salvo SC Having finished in second place in the

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USL League Two Deep North Preview

USL League Two Deep North Preview

The Deep North division of United Soccer Leagues League Two stays largely unchanged, save for the departure of FC Manitoba in Winnipeg. Here's a look at the League Two landscape. Thunder Bay Chill The Division winners are back, having accumulated nine wins, two draws and only one loss

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NPSL North preview

NPSL North preview

The Northern Conference of the National Premier Soccer League has kept the same number of teams but it has traded in the unambitious Aris SC for the deeply ambitious Minnesota Blizzard FC. Here's a look at the landscape in the conference. Duluth FC The BlueGreens finished the 2023-24

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