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How Did The Loons Get Here? More Importantly, How Do They Get Out?
Minnesota’s first week back after the World Cup break was underwhelming to say the least. Wednesday’s 2-1 loss to Kansas City was among the Loons poorest performances since the departure of Adrian Heath, and while Saturday’s 0-0 draw with Vancouver was certainly better, it was still less than good. Wednesday’s absolutely dreadful loss to the…
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Awaken the Augurs: Ali Al-Hamadi Needs a Change of Scenery
This is the second of four(ish) pieces on players I believe Minnesota United could be targeting following the World Cup. Read the initial bird omens along with me. Before the World Cup kicked off, Khaled El Ahmad told a group of season ticket holders that the team had identified a player they were hoping to bring…
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Foundations of a Feud: Minneapolis City SC Continues Its Command Over Sueño FC
(Image courtesy of Minneapolis City SC, captured by Jason Morales Ortiz) Rivalries are strange animals. They can be born from almost anything, like proximity (Arsenal and Tottenham, Boca Juniors and River Plate), off-field culture (Rangers and Celtic, Real Madrid and Barcelona) or general contempt for humanity (Milwall and every living thing with a pulse.) But…
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Right Back at the Right Time: Kyle Duncan is a Loon
I would wager, with just days before the 2026 season opens, few teams in MLS had a bigger glaring need than Minnesota United did at right back. The problem is worse than it might seem at first blush. Yes, there are three recognized right backs on the roster — Jullian Gressel, Bongokuhle Hlongwane, and D.J.…
