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News in Brief: #SavedTheCrew, CONCACAF Women’s Championship, and More…
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: #SavedTheCrew, CONCACAF Women’s Championship, and More…The Crew is Saved On Friday afternoon, Ian Thomas and others reported that a deal was close to done to keep the Columbus Crew in Columbus. Roughly one year ago Crew owner Anthony Precourt announced plans to relocate the storied club to Austin, Texas. The news was received with joy for many MLS fans who…
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News in Brief: Allianz Field to Host USMNT at 2019 Gold Cup
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: Allianz Field to Host USMNT at 2019 Gold CupUSMNT to play at Allianz Field in 2019 Allianz Field has been selected as a host venue for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup and will host the U.S. men’s national team in their first competitive match since World Cup qualifiers in late 2017. Minnesota United hopes that Allianz Field could be viewed as a new…
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News in Brief: The Great Lawn Gains Approval, World Cup Field Set, and More
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: The Great Lawn Gains Approval, World Cup Field Set, and MoreMinnesota United news St. Paul City Council approved another $4 million dollars in funding for infrastructure around the Allianz Field site. The additional money will fund a Great Lawn park and a surrounding walkway, additional funds for a shared storm water district, three new city blocks, and changes to a few roadways. The agreement to…
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WCIS 124: The Bottom Falls Out
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: WCIS 124: The Bottom Falls OutNeed to process the US being eliminated from the World Cup contention? We’re here for you with our post-match takes. We also round up the NWSL playoffs, World Cup qualifiers from around the world and much more! You can subscribe to WCIS on the following platforms: iTunes Feed Google Play Podcasts Stitcher Radio Listen now:
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International Breakdown: September
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: International Breakdown: SeptemberPreviously on International Breakdown: Christian Pulisic continued to dominate the US Team narrative, Francisco Calvo won the intra-Loons international contest, Liberia’s FA and manager were feuding, and Scandanavia was stoic as ever. What will come this weekend? USA! USA! First Up: vs. Costa Rica in New York City Undefeated in 2017, the USMNT has moved…
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US Men Sloppy but Successful Against El Salvador
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: US Men Sloppy but Successful Against El SalvadorAfter a relatively routine group stage of the Gold Cup, the United States Men’s National Team faced an El Salvador team that finished third in its own group. The US struggled to find a consistent strategy to dominate the game. However, goals by defenders Omar Gonzalez and Eric Lichaj before halftime provided enough space to…
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Your Guide to Gold Cup 2017
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Your Guide to Gold Cup 2017For the third consecutive year, the United States will host a major international soccer tournament. It’s not America’s longest tradition, but it has become a habit. Throughout July, nine cities will host double headers between North America’s finest. Who will win? How will they do it? Why should you watch it? That’s why we’re here. This…
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International Break Review: Surprisingly Satisfying
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: International Break Review: Surprisingly SatisfyingFor fans of teams around the world the last week has offered a little bit of everything. Above all it offered pleasant surprises. What does your favorite international side have to smile about, read on to learn more. U-S-A! Pul-i-Sic!?!? It was about as ideal an international break as fans of the US Men’s National…
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International Breakdown: June
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: International Breakdown: JunePreviously on the International Breakdown we prepared for the March matches. The US steadied their ship. Loons took the field in Costa Rica, Trinidad, and Finland. Plus, local Gambian and Vietnamese fans cheered on valuable points. What lies ahead at the start of a busy summer schedule? Read on… USA! USA! First up: Versus Trinidad…
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News in Brief: Two Loons and a Crow Return Home, Pulisic Signs a New Contract, CONCACAF Introduces New Champions League Format, and More
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: Two Loons and a Crow Return Home, Pulisic Signs a New Contract, CONCACAF Introduces New Champions League Format, and MorePlayer signings Minneapolis City announced the return of winger Isaac Friendt. The Andover, Minn. native will suit up for the Crows for a second summer. During the school year, Friendt plays at the University of Indiana, and this past season was a teammate of Minnesota United’s fourth-round draft pick, Tanner Thompson. Ibson and Brent Kallman will…
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Awkward Dinner Conversation with the NASL
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: Awkward Dinner Conversation with the NASLHolidays are time of joy, relaxation, and reconnecting with friends and family. And part of many holiday traditions are large gatherings and family dinners. For the last 5 years, the NASL is part of our soccer family. And sitting beside the NASL leads to some awkward dinner conversations. Most people are polite at work, forgiving…