Baby invades pitch, halting MLS match between San Jose and Minnesota United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:24 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
An unexpected interruption occurred during the MLS match between San Jose and Minnesota United on August 22, when a baby invaded the pitch, prompting officials to stop the game. This unusual event unfolded amidst a match where Minnesota United was leading decisively. After the incident, Minnesota United took to social media to mockingly reference their dominance in the game. Minnesota is currently positioned 10th in the Western Conference standings, while San Jose is in fourth place.
- •The match took place on August 22, 2026.
- •Minnesota United currently sits 10th in the Western Conference.
- •San Jose is in fourth place with 33 points.
- •The game resumed after the baby had been escorted off the field.
- •Minnesota United's social media mocked the interruption after a strong performance.
- 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — 😍 Cuteness alert: baby invades pitch and halts MLS match
"You may have followed soccer for years, watched matches from all over the world, seen all the highlights... But I DOUBT you've ever seen a BABY INVASION!This "cute alert" happened in MLS, in the Unite...
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