Minnesota United seeks striker and midfielder before transfer deadline

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:17 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Summary

Minnesota United will play UNAL Tigres at Allianz Field on Friday at 8:10 p.m. in their second Leagues Cup match. Minnesota, having lost 2-1 to FC Juarez, is currently seeking to add a striker and attacking midfielder before the transfer window closes on September 2. The club is negotiating for Callum McCowatt and other potential targets, as they face a challenging schedule with upcoming matches. The Loons are experiencing a difficult streak, with no wins in their last eight matches, putting additional pressure on the squad to perform.

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  • Minnesota United's record is 0-1-0 in the Leagues Cup.
  • Upcoming match against Tigres is on August 6 at Allianz Field.
  • Club exploring intra-MLS loans and international transfers.
  • Negotiations for Callum McCowatt are ongoing but challenging.
  • Minnesota has not won in eight straight matches.
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  • 6:17 PMYahoo SportsLoons pursuing striker and attacking midfielder in transfer window
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Minnesota United vs. UNAL Tigres When: 8:10 p.m. Friday Where: Allianz Field Stream: Apple TV Weather: 76 degrees, mostly sunny, 11 mph south wind What: For both clubs, it’s the second of three Leagues Cup matches in Phase One of the tournament between MLS and Mexico’s Liga MX. Form: MNUFC (0-1-0, 0 points) lost 2-1 to FC Juarez, the last-place team in Liga MX on Tuesday. Tigres (0-0-1, 2 ...

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