Team Overview
In their last match, Minnesota United II faced Los Angeles FC II away and suffered a narrow defeat, losing 0-1 in the MLS Next Pro. This result marked another setback for the team, which will be looking to bounce back at home.
Tacoma Defiance
Minnesota United II
Minnesota United II
Tacoma Defiance
Minnesota United II
Tacoma Defiance
Minnesota United II
Tacoma Defiance
Tacoma Defiance
Minnesota United II
Team Overview
In their last match, Minnesota United II faced Los Angeles FC II away and suffered a narrow defeat, losing 0-1 in the MLS Next Pro. This result marked another setback for the team, which will be looking to bounce back at home.
Team Overview
Tacoma Defiance secured a solid 1-0 victory against Real Monarchs in their latest outing at home, continuing their positive run in the MLS Next Pro. This win adds to their recent successes and boosts their confidence ahead of the away match.
The match between Minnesota United II and Tacoma Defiance ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, showcasing the resilience and attacking prowess of both teams. Minnesota took the lead in the 30th minute through Troy Putt, only for Tacoma to equalize shortly after with a goal from M. Bronnik in the 39th minute.
The second half saw Tacoma take the lead with a penalty converted by Edson Carli in the 64th minute, putting Minnesota on the back foot. However, the home side rallied late in the game, with Jose Orta Ruiz scoring the equalizer in the 88th minute, ensuring a share of the points.
Throughout the match, both teams displayed a balanced statistical battle, with Minnesota registering 1 yellow card compared to Tacoma's 1. The game was marked by tactical substitutions, with Minnesota making key changes in the second half to regain control and push for a late equalizer.
This draw leaves both teams with much to ponder as they continue their campaigns in the MLS Next Pro league. Minnesota United II will take heart from their late equalizer, while Tacoma Defiance will reflect on missed opportunities to secure all three points.
Minnesota United II has shown a mixed form in their last ten matches, with 4 wins, 4 losses, and 2 draws. They have scored 12 goals and conceded 11, averaging 2.4 goals for and 2.2 against per game. On the other hand, Tacoma Defiance has been slightly more consistent, with 5 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws, scoring 6 goals and conceding 4, averaging 1.2 goals for and 0.8 against per game.
In their head-to-head encounters, Tacoma Defiance has won 3 out of 5 matches against Minnesota United II, with an average of 4.80 goals per game across these fixtures. The last match ended in a 2-2 draw, indicating that both teams can score. However, Tacoma's recent form suggests they may have the edge in this matchup.
Expect both teams to adopt an attacking approach, with Minnesota United II likely to press high, while Tacoma Defiance may look to exploit counter-attacks. The midfield battle will be crucial, and set-pieces could also play a significant role in determining the outcome.
K. Bite
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M. Bojang
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J. Clarkson
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J. Farris
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J. Bernard
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L. Pechota
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J. Friedman
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M. Harwood
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H. Cruz
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T. Putt
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M. Caldeira
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M. Shour
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D. Alvarez
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G. Sandnes
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J. Winslow
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C. Gaffney
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M. O'Neill
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X. Gnaulati
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C. Phoenix
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E. Carli
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R. Jauregui
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M. Bronnik
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