Minnesota United announces new CEO Chris Wright
Minnesota Timberwolves president, Chris Wright, has been named as CEO of Minnesota United this week. Wright worked with the local NBA team for the past 26 years, including helping launching the Minnesota Lynx WNBA team in 1999. Wright was born and raised in England and played goalkeeper at Hull City in his youth.
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Chris Wright joins #MNUFC as the club's first Chief Executive Officer.
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— Minnesota United FC (@MNUFC) September 18, 2017
Wright gave a vote of confidence for current head coach Adrian Heath, stating he hopes to see Heath as manager to win MLS Cup. After United’s new CEO was announced, Heath spoke about how far the team has come since the beginning of this season. This is reflected in how well the squad has played on the road of late, winning two of their last three matches.
NASL files lawsuits against United States Soccer Federation
The North American Soccer League (NASL) has filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) this week. The NASL’s complaint alleges that the USSF structure of “divisions” (top division, second division, etc.) unfairly favored Major League Soccer (MLS) and that the USSF waived some criteria suppressing competition from the NASL against MLS and the United Soccer League (USL).
Rainbow Foods location at Midway set to close
The Rainbow Foods located at the Midway shopping center will close its doors for good on Friday, September 22nd. Demolition is anticipated to begin sometime in November to help make way for Allianz Field. Other tenants including Midway Pro Bowl, Walgreens, and Home Choice will also require demolition at that time.
MLS Midweek Roundup
Three matches took place this Wednesday night. Most notably, Sporting Kansas City defeated New York Red Bulls 2-1 to win their fourth US Open Cup final, their third within the past six years.
Atlanta United defeated LA Galaxy 4-0 at home in Atlanta, scoring all four of their goals in the first half. They have scored 14 goals in their last three matches.
Montreal Impact snapped Toronto FC’s 11-game unbeaten streak, winning 5-3 on the road in Toronto.
News bits
- Tab Ramos has agreed to a contract extension to continue on as U.S. Soccer Youth Technical Director and U-20 Men’s National Team head coach.
- Concern continues to grow around NWSL side FC Kansas City which may lead to a change in ownership and relocation of the team.
- Manny Lagos and Amos Magee were not stateside this week for Chris Wright’s announcement as new CEO. They were abroad on scouting trips.
- Thanks to an anonymous donor, 25 people from Avenues for Youth will attend this Saturday’s MNUFC match against Dallas and will sit in the Dark Clouds supporters section.
- Minnesota United is playable as a squad in FIFA 18 and player rankings are available.
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