The United Beat
Megan Ryan covers Minnesota United FC and Major League Soccer for the Star Tribune. Previously, she reported on that other kind of football at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Penn State) and the Dallas Morning News (Friday Night Lights). She’s a University of Minnesota grad and a native of the state. Follow @theothermegryan on Twitter. Email Megan to talk about soccer.
Alexi Gomez out for Minnesota United game at D.C. United
The winger wasn't at practice on Tuesday at the National Sports Center.
Loons star Quintero likely to return from injury next week
Minnesota United has reached the part of the season when injuries and suspensions start to stack up and thin the roster.
Loons playmaker Quintero will miss second-consecutive game
The Loons' goal-minded designated player been dealing with a calf strain and won't play at Sporting Kansas City on Saturday.
Loons outside back Jerome Thiesson nearing full strength
Thiesson, who hasn't played since May 20 with a calf injury, participated in Tuesday's full practice.
United management explains why fan-favorite Ramirez was sold
Coach Adrian Heath and sporting director Manny Lagos called it the right decision, even if it is unpopular with the fan base.
United captain calls for Ramirez/Rodriguez comparisons to stop
The center back implored the media to cease dividing the team.
New Loons designated player Rodriguez likely to make debut Saturday
The Loons secured an international spot for him in a Wednesday trade with the Colorado Rapids.
No impending move for Minnesota United forward Ramirez
Despite some Twitter rumors, a source close to the situation confirmed the club isn't shopping its star striker.
Postgame: Loons winger Romario Ibarra makes his debut
He came on for the final 12 minutes of the game.
Same Loons lineup looks to close out homestand with maximum points
This starting 11 will have played three games in the past nine days.
Mia Hamm shares best advice for young soccer players
The women's soccer legend was in Minneapolis on Wednesday and took in the Loons game at TCF Bank Stadium.
Loons double down on game-day squad against New England
The Loons didn't make any changes to their 18-man team after Saturday's 3-2 victory against Real Salt Lake despite coach Adrian Heath's lamentations about late goals.
Heath upset with Loons' play on corner kicks (and things he won't discuss)
After his team's 3-2 victory over Real Salt Lake, United coach Adrian Heath said he hoped players would "start listening to the coaches, instead of everything else that's going around the club."
What went right in Loons' 3-2 victory?
Despite coach Adrian Heath's postgame mood, there were some good parts to the three points.
Loons stick with the 3-5-2 to start off three-game homestand
The Loons play three home games in nine days starting Saturday against Real Salt Lake.
Rookie Mason Toye finds his comfort with Minnesota United
Plus other fun quotes from after United's international friendly.
Loons reserve players have rare chance to start against Deportivo Saprissa
The international friendly will be the first game as a Loon for some players.
Postgame: Heath says Loons are capable of winning at least 13 games
The Loons would have to win seven of their last 17 games to reach that mark.
Calvo returns to Minnesota United's lineup against Toronto FC
The center back has missed three league games while playing with Costa Rica in the World Cup.
Should Loons' Martin have played Friday after coming out publicly?
The midfielder was an unused substitute in Friday's 1-0 loss to FC Dallas.