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, facing challenges with significant player injuries. Key players including Emanuel Reynoso and Robin Lod are sidelined, which might affect the team’s performance.

Pioneer Press sports reporter Andy Greder

 told MPR News host Cathy Wurzer that despite these setbacks, the team’s 

 against Austin FC demonstrates their resilience and depth.

, 32, as its new head coach, marking a significant shift in strategy and leadership.

Ramsey, a young and ambitious coach from the Premier League team 

, brings a fresh perspective, high-level experience and multilingual abilities to the team, aiming to leverage these skills to enhance team dynamics and address tactical challenges.

Looking forward, Minnesota United aims to overcome early-season obstacles and missed playoffs last year by capitalizing on Ramsey’s expertise.

The team’s strategy includes getting players back to full health and integrating new talents during the summer. Additionally, there’s a positive outlook on growing the fan base, leveraging sell-out games and the Apple TV streaming deal to attract new supporters and enhance the home game atmosphere.

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Minnesota United faces Columbus Crew in their home opener at Allianz Field, navigating through injuries but with fresh strategies under new coach Eric Ramsey from Manchester United.

Minnesota United braces for home opener against Columbus Crew amid key injuries

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