Photo Gallery: Minnesota United steamrolls New Mexico United in the US Open Cup Quarterfinals

The Loons earned a spot in the semifinals with their win over the USL side

By Seth Steffenhagen and Tim McLaughlin Jul 11, 2019, 12:04pm PDT

Deploying a full strength lineup, Minnesota United’s quality was enough to overcome USL Championship side New Mexico United in the US Open Cup quarterfinals, despite an early goal from the visiting team. Colombian striker Angelo Rodriguez scored a hat trick for the Loons.

July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Angelo Rodriguez sends a ball into the box during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. Tim C McLaughlin
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Minnesota United midfielder Osvaldo Alonso (6) dribbles the ball during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans celebrate during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Chase Gaspar and Jan Gregus celebrate during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans celebrate during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Minnesota United midfielder Kevin Molino (7) dribbles the ball as New Mexico United midfielder Saalih Muhammad (16) gives chase during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Jan Gregus takes a corner during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - New Mexico United midfielder Saalih Muhammad (16) plays the ball while going to ground during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - New Mexico United head coach Troy Lesesne reacts to going down 4-1 during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup against Minnesota United at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans cheer as Minnesota United takes a 2-1 lead during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup against New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans celebrate during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Kevin Molino gets between a few New Mexico players during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans in the Wonderwall celebrate as Minnesota United go up 6-1 during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup against New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans watch during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Minnesota United midfielder Ján Greguš (8)dribbles the ball during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans chat during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Minnesota United midfielder Kevin Molino (7) blocks a free kick by New Mexico United forward Devon Sandoval (9) during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Minnesota United head coach Adrian Heath shouts instructions during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup against New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans celebrate during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - PK waves the True North Elite flag as the match draws to a close with Minnesota United defeating New Mexico United during the quarter-final match of the US Open Cup at Allianz Field. (Photo by Seth Steffenhagen/Steffenhagen Photography)
July 10, 2019 - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Fans celebrate during the quarterfinal match of US Open Cup between Minnesota United and New Mexico United at Allianz Field. (Tim C McLaughlin)