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Title: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on January 18, 2017, 04:32:19 PM
2017 schedule is now out. Inaugural home opener game is set for March 12th at the TFC Bank stadium.

http://www.mnufc.com/ (http://www.mnufc.com/)

Can't wait for this. Any soccer fans wanna get out there?
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on January 24, 2017, 12:47:51 PM
The Loons kicking off their preseason against the Revolution on January 31st.

http://www.mnufc.com/post/2017/02/01/preseason-highlights-mnufc-vs-new-england-jan-31-2017 (http://www.mnufc.com/post/2017/02/01/preseason-highlights-mnufc-vs-new-england-jan-31-2017)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 05:52:09 PM
Pictures from the inaugural game.

(http://i68.tinypic.com/2ntloif.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 05:54:02 PM
(http://i64.tinypic.com/2rnzedv.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 05:57:15 PM
(http://i66.tinypic.com/spi4ja.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 05:58:39 PM
(http://i67.tinypic.com/vxg6c2.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 06:03:13 PM
(http://i67.tinypic.com/1zqy8o8.png)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 06:07:30 PM
(http://i65.tinypic.com/2me8qxd.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 06:14:01 PM
(http://i67.tinypic.com/2q2pl3t.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 16, 2017, 06:23:52 PM
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2rh30g7.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: threedegree on March 16, 2017, 10:16:10 PM
What a joke.  Soccer in MN outdoors in march.  Goodluck with that one
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 17, 2017, 03:32:35 PM
Wouldn't be so bad if it's just cold. But with the wind and snow, wow lol. Looking forward to more games.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: tRouBLe on March 20, 2017, 08:58:18 PM
It definitely was too cold for soccer.  I had hoped we would win but unfortunately, we lost big time.  Ugh.   :-[
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 22, 2017, 06:43:13 PM
It was nice to see the Loons fought hard from start of the game, maintain their game plan and despite of playing with a man down we manage to get a point with the 2-2 draw against Colorado.

Next up we got NE Revolution.
 
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 02, 2017, 11:23:00 AM
What a game, first win for the franchise!

(http://i67.tinypic.com/261gnt0.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 19, 2017, 09:05:38 AM
Great come back last week to tied and take home a point. This week's game is beatable and we certainly need that win. Let's go LOONS!
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 24, 2017, 12:28:25 PM
It was a tough fight for the win yesterday, well deserved.  O0 currently sitting in 8th place on the western conference. San Jose Earthquakes will go down this Saturday.

Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 01, 2017, 09:12:30 PM
It was a tough loss. We fought hard and had many chances but did not find the back of the net. Players have great chemistry and we keep improving. This weekend is going to be an uphill battle for sure with Sporting KC.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 08, 2017, 08:10:01 PM
It was an incredible team effort. A heavily under dog team stomped the current number two seeded Sporting KC 2-0. The team got heart and great chemistry. With that win we moved up three spot.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on June 22, 2017, 09:21:18 AM
We could have gotten more more points last week but a goofed up by the keeper cost us a game. Great win last night, beating the Timbers was awesome. Back in the race for playoff.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on July 20, 2017, 05:54:40 AM
Somehow with the terrible start and just okay throughout the first half the Loons managed to get a point last night. Still in the last place in the Western conference, six remaining home games. It appears the playoff birth is fading away rapidly in the inaugural season.

I may be attending the august 5th game vs Seattle.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on September 27, 2017, 06:05:48 PM
Mathematically the Loons is still alive for the birth to the playoffs. This Saturday they will face Houston, a team that is two games atop of the Loons in the playoff spot.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on November 07, 2017, 04:15:48 PM
The season ended and we were two wins away from making the playoffs. Much better than I have anticipated, looking forward to a new season.  O0
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on December 15, 2017, 01:28:40 PM
Coming soon!

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DRGjLXtVAAEdJYJ.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on February 12, 2018, 07:55:49 AM
2018 Kit

(https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/tpmk3IFmYRvfRWYCKb5QUIziF3M=/0x0:6720x4480/1200x800/filters:focal(2823x1703:3897x2777)/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/58657407/5D4_5069q.0.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on February 28, 2018, 06:14:32 AM
First game of the season will be this Saturday vs San Jose Quakes.

SAT, MAR 3
9:30 PM CT

Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 04, 2018, 07:24:55 PM
First half of the first game of 2018 was not pretty. I was disappointed that Christian Ramirez was not part of the starting XI. The comeback comes up short and we loss to the Quakes 3-2.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 10, 2018, 07:30:31 PM
A beautiful goal by Finley but a terrible foul by defense and gave up a penalty kick. It’s tie at 1, halftime. Let’s go LOONS.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 10, 2018, 08:44:20 PM
First win of 2018! What a game, great job defense and Finlay with two goals.

Can’t wait for next Saturday, will be at the game.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 20, 2018, 09:22:49 AM
Saturday's home opener game was awesome. The weather was much nicer than the inaugural opener last year. Good battle throughout the entire game and we came up with the big W. O0


(http://i63.tinypic.com/112a0ck.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/axzps8.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 26, 2018, 11:24:01 AM
It was a tough week four indeed vs the NYRB.

Here’s a example of a terrible defensive line and goal keeping. Coach, how about putting Bobby Shuttleworth in there?

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.foxsports.com/soccer/video/1194719811638%3famp=true (https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.foxsports.com/soccer/video/1194719811638%3famp=true)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 02, 2018, 03:13:49 PM
It wasn’t a pretty game. I’m not too happy with the line up. But life goes on.

Minnesota United today announced that it has reached an agreement with Club América of Liga MX for the transfer of Darwin Quintero, who arrives to the Loons as the first Designated Player in club history.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 16, 2018, 06:01:50 AM
Hard fought game, but in the end, it's another loss. Coach did changed up his line up. I see that a combination of Ramirez and Quintero will be a good one for up coming games. That missed header by Ramirez, that could have been something and the offside goal that was taken away would have tied up. It's still early in the season.

Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 25, 2018, 09:25:24 AM
Another injury struck the midfielder Finlay. It is not looking too good early in the season. After the first week lost, a two game wins streak and it's all down hill since. Currently sitting in 10th place with a record of 2-5.

I'm still hopeful for a better season than 2017. Making the playoffs should be the team's goal.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 01, 2018, 08:26:01 PM
Saturday’s game was both intense and awesome. What a win. That 3 point frogleep the team from 10th spot to 7th.

This team is going to breakout sooner than later with the sub option like Toye and Gomez.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 09, 2018, 09:18:41 AM
Two wins in a row propelled the LOONS from 10th place back into 5th in the Western Conference. MLS power ranking went from 20th to 15th.  O0
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 17, 2018, 07:04:55 AM
It’s going to be a tough game this week against Sporting KC. Praying for a tie at least.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 22, 2018, 08:51:01 AM
To be honest, I was really surprised when the Loons tied with the top team of the Western Conference. Nonetheless, the Loons fell to number 8 in the seeding. Currently tie with Galaxy and RSL in points gained, 13.

Montreal Impact is currently sitting in the 10th place in the Eastern Conference. Hopefully we can get a win here this weekend.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on July 12, 2018, 12:09:15 PM
That's Michael Bradley of the USMNT. We whooped him and his team Toronto FC last Wednesday. We were always one step ahead in every plays. Final score was 4-3. What a place to be, the sound and sight was just amazing.

(http://i67.tinypic.com/1427889.jpg)
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on July 24, 2018, 03:48:59 PM
3 straight wins and back in the 7th seed, border lining the playoff spot. On the road for the next five games. If we can steal a few wins we will increase our chances in making the playoff in our second year of existence.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on August 07, 2018, 09:15:43 AM
It was a tough loss and a heartbreaking one on Saturday against Seattle. That game has playoff implication written all over it. Today, it's even more sad that the team has announced the release of our first and best striker Christian Ramirez to LAFC. He has been struggling for the earlier games this season. They have acquired two key players and his replacement. Sad, but I understand the nature of the sport.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on October 25, 2018, 06:03:02 PM
Season will come to an end this Sunday. Another year without a playoff birth. It’s been real and I’m looking forward to next season with a brand new stadium.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on October 25, 2018, 06:05:37 PM
It was surreal to witnessed Zlatan Ibrahimovic in person.

Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 02, 2019, 07:57:09 AM
Third season in the Loons’ franchise and it’s kicking off tonight against Whitecaps. It’s playoff year or bust for me. So looking to this season. Got my ticket to see LA Galaxy.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 05, 2019, 08:11:48 PM
Kicking off the season the right way, 1 down and facing San Jose this week.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on March 10, 2019, 12:37:07 PM
Commanding win 3-0 against the Earthquake. 6 points and counting on the road!
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 24, 2019, 06:01:43 AM
Tonight's game vs LA Galaxy is a must win. It's going to be a battle but we can do it.

Currently sitting in 6th place with a 3-3-1 record.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on April 28, 2019, 08:04:04 PM
We got the tied against the Galaxy on Wednesday, and shutting down Zlantan,  it was great being there to experience the new stadium for the first time.

Today, we beat a number one seed team from the eastern conference with Wayne Rooney  Rise Loons, rise to the top!
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 20, 2019, 03:25:19 PM
Hanging tough in the fifth spot after week 12. Much better with the starts this season.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on May 29, 2019, 08:01:23 PM
Tough game tonight. ATL is a great team and our defenders were gassed.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on June 03, 2019, 12:54:58 PM
What a game yesterday against top seeded Philadelphia. The Loons left everything they got on the pitch but loss a thriller 3-2 final. First loss at home.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on June 13, 2019, 06:55:40 AM
Loons kickoff the U.S Open cup with a 4-1 win over Sporting KC last night. What a game and what a sight! Happy to see Rodriguez and Quintero finally getting the needed goals.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on July 01, 2019, 06:22:19 AM
Still in the U.S Open Cup run.

And halfway through the season we are still sitting pretty in the 6th place. Will this be the year we will finally make the playoffs.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on July 24, 2019, 03:42:54 PM
Won 7 games strait and a tied. Sitting pretty in 4th place. Let’s keep it rolling!
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on August 28, 2019, 09:08:50 PM
Dropping from 2nd place to fifth and still fighting for their first playoff birth in the franchise history.

They fought hard losing by 1 to ATL in the US Open Cup yesterday. I’m proud for this team and their efforts.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on September 04, 2019, 07:42:04 PM
Back in top 3 after shutting out LAFC with a 2-0 win!

Seeded 3rd at the moment in the playoff picture with 6 games remaining.

Let’s go LOONS!
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on September 16, 2019, 06:11:52 AM
Great win and great finish yesterday. Back in 3rd spot!
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on September 24, 2019, 06:51:56 AM
With three games remaining, the Loons will need to win at least two games, or win one and a tie should secure their spot in the franchise first playoff birth.
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on September 25, 2019, 09:38:58 PM
What a comeback! with tonight’s win over Sporting KC, the loons  have clinched a playoff birth! Congratulation s!
Title: Re: The Loons Thread (MNUFC)
Post by: ProudLao on October 07, 2019, 09:12:08 AM
Third year is a charm. Completed the season in 4th seed. Will host LA Galaxy at home for the playoff.

Congratulation MNUFC! Can’t wait to be there.