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MPR News Staff
St. Paul
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Photos: Fans celebrate the home opener for Minnesota United

Fans cheer and hold up scarves supporting the Loons.
Minnesota United fans celebrate after their team won on opening night in an MLS soccer match against the CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday in St. Paul.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News

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Minnesota United fans kicked off the season at home with a win for the Loons.

Kevin Yeboah scored a goal in the 69th minute to help Minnesota United beat CF Montreal 1-0 in St. Paul on Saturday.

Photojournalist Ellen Schmidt documented the game and the fans for MPR News.

Players celebrate on the pitch after the game.
Minnesota United players celebrate after winning an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday in St. Paul.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Two fans run with a soccer player on the pitch.
Minnesota United midfielder Will Trapp, right, celebrates on the field with young fans during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday in St. Paul.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A fan holds a rainbow pride scarf up in the stands.
A Minnesota United fan is bundled up for the cold while cheering for their team during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday in St. Paul.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans cheer and wave in the stands.
Minnesota United fans cheer for their team during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday in St. Paul.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Two players jump to head the ball in the air.
CF Montreal defender Tom Pearce (3) and Minnesota United forward Bongokuhle Hlongwane (21) jump for a header during an MLS soccer match at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A player reaches to block a pass.
Minnesota United forward Kelvin Yeboah, center, blocks a pass by CF Montreal midfielder Ousman Jabang (15) during an MLS soccer match at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A player slide tackles towards the ball
CF Montreal defender Dawid Bugaj (27) and Minnesota United midfielder Hassani Dotson (31) battle for the ball during an MLS soccer match at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A player high kicks towards the ball, colliding with an opposing player.
Minnesota United defender Michael Boxall, center left, collides with CF Montreal midfielder Bryce Duke, center, while competing for the ball during an MLS soccer match at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fireworks go off at the beginning of the match.
Fireworks erupt before an MLS soccer match between Minnesota United and CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A fan shows off her nails pained in black and light blue.
Jordan Maguire shows off their Minnesota United-themed nails during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans dance in the stands.
Fans dance in the stands during an MLS soccer match between Minnesota United and CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A view of the pitch with fans.
Fans look toward the pitch while Minnesota United and CF Montreal warm up for an MLS soccer match at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans stand in the bleachers watching the game.
Fans wave towels while the Minnesota United line up for a penalty kick during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans wave towards the team.
Minnesota United fans welcome their team to the field for an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans gather to pick up free memorabilia.
Fans pick up complementary hats on opening night before an MLS soccer match between Minnesota United and CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A young fan high-fives a mascot on the sideline.
A young Minnesota United fan high-fives the Loon mascot after the United won an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Mittens hang off hooks near the stands.
Mittens hang from the bleachers during an MLS soccer match between Minnesota United and CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Two athletes struggle to gain control of the ball.
Minnesota United forward Bongokuhle Hlongwane (21) passes up the field while CF Montreal defender Luca Petrasso (13) pressures him during an MLS soccer match at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A goalie grabs for the ball.
Minnesota United goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair (97) makes a save during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A man drinks from a small Fireball liquor bottle.
A Minnesota United fan takes a shot after the Loons scored a goal during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans sing while sitting in the stands.
Minnesota United fans sing "All the Small Things" by Blink-182 during an MLS soccer match between Minnesota United and CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Two fans pose with their fan attire.
Joey Ansell, left, and Matthew Bauer wear homemade loon hats during an MLS soccer match between Minnesota United and CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A player claps his hands.
Minnesota United midfielder Will Trapp (20) claps as his team wins an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A fan wears a Star Wars helmit.
A young Minnesota United fan wears a mask during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans cheer in the stands.
Minnesota United fans cheer after their team scored a goal during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A view of the "UNITED" statute outside of Allianz Field.
Fans line up to enter Allianz Field before an MLS soccer match between Minnesota United and CF Montreal on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A group of players run together in celebration.
Minnesota United players celebrate after forward Kelvin Yeboah (9) scored a goal during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A player kicks the soccer ball while in front of the goalie.
Minnesota United forward Kelvin Yeboah (9) scores a goal on CF Montreal goalkeeper Jonathan Sirois (40) during an MLS soccer match at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
A player looks off to the right.
Minnesota United defender Michael Boxall's breath condensates as temperatures are below freezing during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
Fans cheer for the Minnesota United team and hold up scarves.
Minnesota United fans cheer for their team at Allianz Field on opening night during an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal at Allianz Field on Saturday.
Ellen Schmidt for MPR News
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