Minnesota United FC are heading to the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the sixth time in seven seasons, thanks to a 1-1 draw against the Portland Timbers on Saturday.

During their second season under head coach Eric Ramsay, Minnesota have consistently been among the Western Conference's elite teams in 2025.

With five matches left, the Loons are second in the West (51 points; 14W-6L-9D) and on pace to secure home-field advantage for their Round One Best-of-3 Series.

Star players

DP striker Kelvin Yeboah (9g/2a) leads Minnesota's attack, following Canadian international Tani Oluwaseyi being transferred to LaLiga side Villarreal . In midfield, newcomer Dominik Fitz joins Argentine DP Joaquín Pereyra and Finnish international Robin Lod as crucial cogs.

The Loons have allowed the

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