Kickoff: 7:30 PM CT
Venue: Allianz Field, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Tournament: Leagues Cup 2025 – Group Stage, Round 3
Status: Minnesota needs a win to qualify; San Luis is on the brink of elimination
Minnesota United FC – Form & Key Insights
Minnesota United has had a rollercoaster Leagues Cup campaign. After a dominant 4–1 win over Querétaro, they played out a thrilling 3–3 draw with Club América, only to lose in a dramatic penalty shootout that went to eight rounds. Currently tied in fourth place, the Loons must win convincingly to secure a spot in the knockout rounds.
Recent Leagues Cup Results:
D vs Club América (3–3, lost on penalties)
W vs Querétaro (4–1)
Key Stats:
Goals Scored (Last 2): 7
No clean sheet in last 12 matches
Home Form: 4 wins in last 5 at Allianz Field
Key Players:
Teemu Pukki – Veteran striker with two goals in the tournament
Bongokuhle Hlongwane – Dynamic winger with pace and creativity
Dayne St. Clair – Goalkeeper under pressure to deliver a clean sheet
Atlético de San Luis – Form & Key Insights
Atlético de San Luis has struggled in the group stage, suffering a 4–0 defeat to Portland Timbers before drawing 2–2 with Real Salt Lake, winning the shootout for a bonus point. Sitting 13th in the Liga MX table, their focus may be shifting back to domestic play.
Recent Leagues Cup Results:
D vs Real Salt Lake (2–2, won on penalties)
L vs Portland Timbers (0–4)
Key Stats:
Goals Scored: 2
Goals Conceded: 6
Win Probability: 23.3% (lowest in the group)
Key Players:
Vitinho – Scored vs Real Salt Lake
Unai Bilbao – Defensive leader
Andrés Sánchez – Goalkeeper facing heavy pressure
Head-to-Head & Historical Context
First-ever meeting between Minnesota United FC and Atlético de San Luis
Minnesota has faced Mexican opposition five times: 3 wins, 1 shootout win, 1 shootout loss
San Luis has scored fewer goals than any Liga MX team in the tournament except León and Querétaro
Final Thoughts
This MLS vs Liga MX clash is more than just a group-stage fixture—it’s Minnesota’s last chance to punch their ticket to the knockout rounds. With Allianz Field buzzing and the Loons in attacking form, expect a high-energy match full of goals, drama, and playoff implications.
MATCH ODDS
Minnesota United FC – 140 Draw + 340 Atletico de San Luis + 290
Over 2.5 – 130 Under 2.5 + 105
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, August 5, 2025
