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Loons
Hlongwane puts on a show as Loons top Columbus, advance in Leagues Cup
Minnesota United's rising right-wing star stayed as hot as any player in the tournament — even Lionel Messi. He scored twice in an epic 4-3 shootout win.
Sports
Is World Cup proof U.S. is falling behind in women's soccer?
The U.S. has always counted on individual quality and a winning mentality to carry the team to titles. But that may no longer be enough.
Loons
Loons add Bristow to Leagues Cup roster for Columbus match
Fullback Ethan Bristow stands to get playing time against the Crew because of injuries and might even start.
Loons
When Boxall's absent, Loons recognize how fond they are of their defender
A player for Minnesota United since its first MLS season, Michael Boxall sat out two recent games and saw the evidence mount about how much the team misses him.
Loons
Gregus returns to Loons with midfielder Arriaga out for season
Kervin Arriaga has a meniscus tear in his right knee. His replacement is familiar, after 63 regular-season Loons appearances.
Sports
Inches from embarrassment, U.S. women advance in World Cup on tie
The Americans slipped through to the knockout round despite a listless 0-0 draw against Portugal — getting help from a Portugal player's shot that hit the goal post in the game's final minutes.
Loons
Loons to face Columbus Crew on Friday in Leagues Cup round of 32
Minnesota United learned what's next after Chicago faced Puebla on Monday night.
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Gallery: Minnesota United loses 3-2 to Chicago at Allianz Field
The Loons' Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored twice after a scoreless first half, but that wasn't enough against the Fire in a Leagues Cup match Thursday.
Loons
Despite Hlongwane's two second-half goals, Loons fall to Chicago
On a dark and stormy night at Allianz Field, Minnesota United couldn't overcome the Fire's second-half substitutions of Kei Kamara and Xherdan Shaqiri and their contributions in Chicago's 3-2 victory.
Loons
Loons coach Heath sees MLS as 'viable alternative to Europe'
MLS' 8-6 record against Liga MX in the Leagues Cup underlines the improvement Adrian Heath has seen since he began coaching American soccer.
Loons
Loons face former teammate Kemara, Chicago in Leagues Cup
The second of two group matches will pit the Loons against an MLS side coming off three straight wins.
Loons
Playing one man short no problem for Loons in 4-0 Leagues Cup win
Emanuel Reynoso and Bongokuhle Hlongwane each scored two goals for Minnesota United, which played with only 10 men for most of the night after a red card for one of its key players.
Minnesota United routs Puebla 4-0 despite red card in Leagues Cup debut
Emanuel Reynoso and Bongokuhle Hlongwane each scored two goals for Minnesota United, which played with only 10 men for most of the night after a red card for one of its key players.
Loons
Loons embrace heat in preparations for Leagues Cup opener
The Loons open group stage play against Club Puebla Sunday in the joint MLS-Liga MX tournament.
Loons
Loons face Club Puebla in Leagues Cup debut
Puebla is winless in its first three matches in Liga MX's Apertura, sitting 17th of 18 clubs.
Sports
Edina's Dahlien puts Minnesota soccer back on USWNT radar
As the U.S. women's national team seeks its third consecutive World Cup win, the roster again includes no Minnesota players. An 18-year-old from Edina could change that soon.
Business
Plans to develop neighborhood around Allianz Field move forward again
After seven years, plans to redevelop the area around the Minnesota United stadium will begin in September. The redevelopment group led by Bill McGuire refiled plans for United Village with the city of St. Paul this week.
Sports
Believe it or not: Team USA is not the favorite in Women's World Cup
Soccer Insider: The USWNT has major injury issues and players at both far edges of the age spectrum. Can they pull it together for another World Cup? The pressure is on.
Sports
Your guide to Women's World Cup watch parties in the Twin Cities
From TCO Stadium to Allianz Field, Surly Brewery, Brits Pub and the Black Hart of St. Paul — plus many more — here is where you can join the crowd and watch the USWNT chase a 3-peat at the World Cup.
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