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Minnesota United is eager to halt their four-match dry spell this Wednesday as they welcome the Vancouver Whitecaps to their turf in the MLS clash. The team dubbed the Loons has faced defeat in their last four games. Their most recent loss involved a last-minute goal by the Portland Timbers. Now, they've slipped to seventh in the Western Conference standings. Despite the setbacks, coach Eric Ramsay remains optimistic. "We must extract whatever positives we can and persevere through this exceedingly trying time," he…

This Saturday, the Portland Timbers are set to continue their unbeaten spree in the MLS to seven games as they challenge Minnesota United at home. The Timbers have seen a meteoric climb in the Western Conference standings, currently placed seventh after stringing together six straight unbeaten matches. Having recently eclipsed the Vancouver Whitecaps with a solid 2-0 win, the Timbers are keen to tighten the screws on their upper-table rivals. Despite their successful run, former Inter Miami manager Phil Neville believes the…

Samatar landed in Minneapolis in 1991, just four days after earning his degree from Somalia’s National University, driven by the eruption of civil war back home. In Minnesota, he pursued an MBA at the University of St. Thomas, finishing in 2004, and was a Humphrey Institute Policy fellow from 2003 to 2004. Altman shared that Common Currents took nearly seven years. The COVID-19 pandemic and coordinating with multiple poets added more complexity to this project compared to others. The poems on the panels, penned by artists…

Minneapolis (AX) — Lax oversight by the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) permitted a colossal swindle by Feeding Our Future, siphoning over a quarter of a billion bucks meant for children's meal programs during the pandemic, according to a state audit unveiled Thursday. Dubbed one of the most brazen pandemic fund thefts, the racket has led to the indictment of 70 folks, five of whom were just declared guilty. Spotlight on the Audit Results The Legislative Auditor's report underscored MDE's negligence in…

FC Dallas, still searching for their first road victory in the MLS this season, ventures to Minnesota United. Minnesota pursues the top rank in the Western Conference. Nico Estevez, FC Dallas's coach, expressed optimism about their skirmish with Minnesota United this coming Saturday. Although Dallas hasn’t secured a victory in their latest quartet of matches, Estevez appreciates the team’s road performances. He remains hopeful for a triumph. "We’ve shown strong plays against the pacesetters of the West," Estevez remarked,…

Minnesota United and Sporting Kansas City seek to break losing streaks when they clash at Allianz Field. Eric Ramsay is eager for Minnesota to rebound against Sporting Kansas City this weekend. Previously on a five-game win streak, Minnesota has hit a rough patch, drawing with Colorado Rapids and losing to Los Angeles FC. Minnesota remains fourth in the Western Conference, just five points behind Real Salt Lake. Ramsay is staying positive but acknowledges the need to fix issues quickly. Kansas City, on the other hand, is…

LAFC and Minnesota United hope to maintain their unbeaten streaks in the Western Conference showdown on Wednesday. Defender Aaron Long commends LAFC's recent defensive prowess as they gear up to host Minnesota United at BMO Stadium. LAFC has clinched victories in their last four games without conceding a goal, marking their 100th MLS regular-season win with a 1-0 triumph over Atlanta United. Currently occupying the fourth spot in the Western Conference with 24 points, LAFC can surpass Minnesota United if they extend their…

Minnesota United aims to challenge the Western Conference leaders when they face Colorado Rapids in the upcoming MLS match. Eric Ramsay advises the team to stay grounded despite their impressive start to the season. With only two losses so far in the MLS and a five-game unbeaten streak, Minnesota currently holds the second spot in the Western Conference. Ramsay emphasizes the importance of not becoming complacent due to the rapidly changing nature of the league standings. He reminds the players that each game is a fresh…

In a proactive move, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has closed down 17 state nonprofits involved in a massive scam related to the Federal Child Nutrition program, with losses estimated at $250 million. These closures are a direct outcome of thorough investigations triggered by the scandal surrounding the Feeding Our Future organization. Despite claiming to provide meals to underprivileged schoolchildren, these nonprofits were discovered to lack any genuine nonprofit activities. Audits unearthed false addresses,…

Minnesota United will welcome the LA Galaxy in a pivotal battle in the Western Conference on Wednesday. Miguel Berry, the LA Galaxy hero in their last match, praised veteran defender Martin Caceres. Berry netted a goal in the final moments to secure a draw against Real Salt Lake, maintaining Galaxy's two-point gap behind the leaders. Berry's goal sparked wild celebrations, with Caceres, a former Juventus player, playing a significant role despite being a substitute. Berry emphasized Caceres' impact on the team, referring…