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Adrian Heath Sizes Up the Preseason Thus Far
Categories: The AngleContinue Reading: Adrian Heath Sizes Up the Preseason Thus FarThe score sheet suggests Minnesota United is already a competitive MLS side. Through four preseason matches, the Loons have played to four draws, while scoring and conceding five goals. To get a closer look at the Loons’ progress to date, FiftyFive.One reached out to head coach Adrian Heath to get his thoughts. Obviously, the preseason isn’t…
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News in Brief: Patreon Campaign Update, MNUFC Preseason Twitter Woes, MLS Expansion, and Much More
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: Patreon Campaign Update, MNUFC Preseason Twitter Woes, MLS Expansion, and Much MoreFiftyFive.One Patreon campaign off to an amazing start After two days, the FiftyFive.One Patreon campaign is doing great thanks to all of you. The campaign bested our second goal and has 34 patrons already. This site strives to provide excellent coverage of Minnesota and national soccer stories. The support you’ve given us will only challenge us…
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Take Five: Questions for Minnesota United’s Preseason
Categories: The AngleContinue Reading: Take Five: Questions for Minnesota United’s PreseasonMinnesota United’s preseason kicked off in earnest on Tuesday with a match against New England. It has been a whirlwind past couple of months as players and coaches were brought into the fold. With its roster nearly assembled, the preseason is a crucial first step. We’re finally getting to the good stuff. Yesterday closed the door on the third…
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Orlando City’s Kevin Molino Traded to Minnesota
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Orlando City’s Kevin Molino Traded to MinnesotaIt appears that Adrian Heath may have gotten his man. On Thursday afternoon, Orlando Sentinel reporter Alicia Rose DelGallo tweeted that Kevin Molino would be on his way to Minnesota. Kevin Molino’s expected move to Minnesota would complete a twisting two weeks of pursuit by Adrian Heath, who coached Molino in Orlando. The Trinidadian international…
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Heath’s Rejected Molino Bid in the Age of Transparency
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Heath’s Rejected Molino Bid in the Age of TransparencyWhen reporting on Minnesota United’s offer to Orlando City for Kevin Molino last week, FourFourTwo’s Paul Tenorio threw in an interesting figure: $500,000. In light of MLS’ new-found transparency, this number tells us that the interest from Minnesota was significant since it would have been the second-highest intraleague transfer as far as the public record…
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News in Brief: Coach Heath’s Speaking Tour, Rashida Beal Picked by FC Kansas City, Draft Notes and More
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: Coach Heath’s Speaking Tour, Rashida Beal Picked by FC Kansas City, Draft Notes and MoreCoach Heath on a speaking tour Adrian Heath went on a speaking tour, having a very illuminating conversation on Extratime radio. For Minnesota United FC fans, the most interesting piece was how he is expecting his team to play. He also appeared on the ESPNFC show The Boot Room. Adrian Heath is rather frank, admitting that Minnesota is…
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Calvo, Venegas Ready to Bring Winning Pedigrees to United
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Calvo, Venegas Ready to Bring Winning Pedigrees to UnitedOn Tuesday, Minnesota United formally unveiled new acquisitions Francisco Calvo and Johan Venegas. The Costa Rican internationals arrive at different stages of their careers, but they both emphasize clearly: they aim to win from day one. “It was the right time” Despite being just 24 years old, Francisco Calvo is a remarkably accomplished and well-traveled…
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Looking Back: Expansion Teams and the MLS SuperDraft
Categories: The AngleContinue Reading: Looking Back: Expansion Teams and the MLS SuperDraftSince 2007, nine teams have joined MLS and taken part in the MLS SuperDraft in their first year. Each team has had a slightly different approach to the draft. Minnesota has the first pick in the upcoming SuperDraft, so which team should the club model its approach after? The 2017 SuperDraft, taking place on January 13,…
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Lagos and Heath Looking for Their Own Valeri
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Lagos and Heath Looking for Their Own ValeriManny Lagos teased fans on Tuesday with glimpses from his scouting trip with new Loons head coach, Adrian Heath. The two are on a weeklong adventure in Argentina to scout “eight or nine” players on their combined shopping lists. Just a few pictures of Adrian and I on the road! Can you guess where we are?…
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News in Brief: MNUFC Starts Talking, Adrian Heath Announcement, Stadium News, Cosmos Are Toast?
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: MNUFC Starts Talking, Adrian Heath Announcement, Stadium News, Cosmos Are Toast?Heath welcomed to Minnesota The locals are taking a shine to new United head coach Adrian Heath. Phrases like winning personality and entertaining pepper the profiles written in the wake of the announcement of his appointment. With a reputation of being well-liked by fans, he’s already making in-roads with United supporters: https://twitter.com/This_Is_Mike_D/status/805197942957232129 As Andy Greder…
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Adrian Heath Unveiled as Minnesota United’s First Head Coach
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Adrian Heath Unveiled as Minnesota United’s First Head CoachMinnesota United took a major step in their move to MLS by announcing Adrian Heath as their first head coach. Heath was unveiled at a press conference at the club’s headquarters in Golden Valley with Manny Lagos, Tony Sanneh, and a flurry of TV cameras on hand. Heath comes to Minnesota after long tenure with…
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FiftyFive.One Podcast 9: Cosmos in Crisis and Inchy Comes to Minnesota
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: FiftyFive.One Podcast 9: Cosmos in Crisis and Inchy Comes to MinnesotaThe New York Cosmos are in big financial trouble and with them, the NASL. Meanwhile Bob Bradley gets his first win in the EPL, Adrian Heath is set to be announced as Minnesota United FC’s first MLS manager, and Jeff and Wes look at the upcoming expansion draft. You can listen below or subscribe: iTunes Google…
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Adrian Heath, Former Orlando City Head Coach, To Take Charge Of Minnesota
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Adrian Heath, Former Orlando City Head Coach, To Take Charge Of MinnesotaAdrian Heath, the former head coach of recent MLS expansion side Orlando City SC, has been offered the head coaching role with Minnesota United FC. Heath, 55, has long been rumored to be one of the leading contenders for the Loons job. Minnesota United declined to comment for this report. Heath could be announced by the…