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Allianz Field Allianz field is complete and getting introduced to a traditional Minnesota Winter. It is also the latest in a long line of stadia to bear the Allianz name. With only one week till the season opener and a little over a month till Allianz sees its first action, preparations will be in overdrive…
It’s been a busy weekend, with the Loons’ first road win coming on Saturday against the Chicago Fire. Perhaps even bigger news, Miami FC’s CEO released the Full “Silva Report” on promotion/relegation in MLS. It’s a hefty read at almost 50 pages, but very intriguing. The conclusions reached are on page 42, if you’re interested.…
USMNT submits 40-man preliminary roster Bruce Arena has submitted his preliminary roster for this summer’s Gold Cup. Much to the chagrin of some Loons fans and relief of others, Christian Ramirez did not make the roster. Surprisingly, Bundesliga regulars John Anthony Brooks and Bobby Wood also did not make the 40-man roster. Perhaps even more…
Minnesota United announce unified team with Special Olympics In a press release Monday, Minnesota United FC and Special Olympics MN announced the creation of the first official Minnesota United Unified Team. Eleven athletes were selected to play two matches against Houston Dynamo’s Unified Team. The first match will take place at TCF Bank Stadium on July 19.…
FiftyFive.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…