Minnesota United is gearing up for a critical match in the Leagues Cup as they aim to secure a spot in the quarter-finals. On August 6, they will host Atlético San Luis at Allianz Field, marking the conclusion of the tournament’s first phase.
In what promises to be an exhilarating final matchday in this initial phase, Minnesota United seeks to bounce back from a hard-fought 3-3 draw against Club América. Although they did not succeed in the penalty shootout, the Loons are determined to clinch a victory against San Luis, which would propel them into the next round.
Atlético San Luis, having just earned their first point in the tournament with a 2-2 draw against Real Salt Lake, will be looking for their inaugural win against an MLS side in this edition of the Leagues Cup. Their coach, Guillermo Abascal, acknowledges the challenge posed by Minnesota United and has emphasized his team’s commitment to competing fiercely.
A notable aspect of Minnesota’s performance has been their strong record against Liga MX teams during regular time, remaining undefeated. Much of this success can be attributed to the exemplary performances of their forwards, Tani Oluwaseyi and Bongokuhle Hlongwane, with Hlongwane standing out as the third-highest scorer in the tournament with 9 goals and 9 assists, trailing only behind Lionel Messi and Denis Bouanga.
As both teams prepare for this significant clash, fans can expect intense competition and an exciting display of soccer on Wednesday, potentially setting the stage for Minnesota United to progress in the tournament and further enhance their reputation against international opponents.