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Minnesota United Edges Seattle in Dramatic Penalty Shootout

10/28/2025

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Minnesota United defeated the Seattle Sounders 3-2 in a penalty shootout after a scoreless draw in the first MLS Cup Playoffs match at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Both teams created chances, with Bongokuhle Hlongwane and Cristian Roldan close to scoring, while Dayne St. Clair and Stefan Frei made crucial saves.
Minnesota converted three penalties to Seattle's two, giving Minnesota a lead in the best-of-three series.

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Minnesota United defeated the Seattle Sounders 3-2 in a penalty shootout after a scoreless draw in the first MLS Cup Playoffs match at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Both teams created chances, with Bongokuhle Hlongwane and Cristian Roldan close to scoring, while Dayne St. Clair and Stefan Frei made crucial saves.
Minnesota converted three penalties to Seattle's two, giving Minnesota a lead in the best-of-three series.