I grew up in what might best be described as a soccer desert. In the 80’s I survived off the crumbs of Soccer Made in Germany – a PBS slot that aired week-old Bundesliga games on Saturday afternoons. In 1996, it was ruled upon high that we should hereafter be blessed with the MLS, and there was much rejoicing. Then, in 2016, the powers that be said let there be an MLS team in Minnesota, and angels sang. My aim is to write about Minnesota United from the perspective of an obsessive fan, both in the flesh at the point of contact, and within the already fragile psyche of the Minnesota sports fan. When I am not writing about soccer, I teach high school English in Saint Paul.
MNUFC Offseason Roster Series Part IV: Wingers
Part four in a series examining the Minnesota United roster position by position
MNUFC Offseason Roster Series Part III: Center Backs
Part 3 in a series examining the Minnesota United Roster position by position
Report: MNUFC to Acquire Harrison Heath from Atlanta
Atlanta parts with midfielder for a fourth round pick
MNUFC Roster Series Part II: Fullbacks
Part two in a series examining the Minnesota United roster position by position.
MNUFC Offseason Roster Inventory Part One: Goalkeeper
Examining the MNUFC roster, position by position
The Perilous Search for a Real Number Ten
Can MNUFC find the player of our dreams this offseason?
Two Steps Forward?
MNUFC’s recent road success gives fans reason to hope
Report: Loons Expected to Re-Sign Burch Through 2018
The MLS veteran could be back by late August
Welcome to Loons 3.0
How much will the summer transfer window help Minnesota?
Are You Suffering from MNUFC Withdrawal?
Five treatment plans guaranteed to help you hold it together until game day next weekend