Allianz Field, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Kickoff: 8:30 p.m. ET (7:30 p.m. local CT)
TV/Streaming: Apple TV (MLS Season Pass)
Venue
Allianz Field (capacity approximately 19,400). Home of Minnesota United FC, a modern soccer-specific stadium known for its intimate atmosphere, steep stands, and strong home support that can create a challenging environment for visitors.
Weather Forecast
Mild to warm conditions with a chance of rain. Highs around 77–82°F, with mostly cloudy skies, showers, and a slight chance of thunderstorms (precipitation chances 60–80% at times). South winds 10–15 mph. Overnight lows in the upper 60s. Conditions could be damp and affect the pitch or play tempo.
Current Rosters & Key Notes
Minnesota United FC: Goalkeeper Drake Callender (primary). Defenders include Michael Boxall, Morris Duggan, Jefferson Díaz, Devin Padelford, and others. Midfield features Joaquín Pereyra, Dominik Fitz, Wil Trapp, and supporting options. Attack led by Kelvin Yeboah (~10 goals), Tomás Chancalay, and others under first-year head coach Cameron Knowles. The Loons emphasize transitional play and set pieces.
Orlando City SC: Goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau. Defenders include David Brekalo, Robin Jansson, and others. Midfield features Eduard Atuesta (when available), Wilder Cartagena, and options like Iván Angulo. Attack includes Martín Ojeda (~11 goals, currently dealing with injury), Antoine Griezmann, Daryl Dike, and Griffin Dorsey. Under coach Martín Perelman, the Lions mix possession with counter-attacking threats.
Injury Reports
Minnesota United FC:
Peter Stroud (hamstring/lower extremity – out).
Nicolás Romero (leg – out).
Bongokuhle Hlongwane (knee – out).
Nectarios Triantis (leg – out).
Additional notes on players like Kieran Chandler in prior reports.
Orlando City SC:
Nolan Miller (knee – out).
Martín Ojeda (thigh – out).
Braian Ojeda (foot – out).
Bernardo Rhein (thigh – out).
Adrián Marín (thigh – questionable in recent reports).
Eduard Atuesta (thigh – out in some updates).
Key Player Matchups
Kelvin Yeboah / Joaquín Pereyra (MIN) vs. Orlando defense (Brekalo, Jansson, etc.): Minnesota’s primary scoring and creative threats against a depleted Lions back line.
Antoine Griezmann / Iván Angulo / Daryl Dike (ORL) vs. Minnesota defense and Callender: Orlando’s attacking options needing to generate chances on the road amid absences.
Midfield battles: Pereyra/Fitz vs. Cartagena and remaining Orlando midfielders – control of the center will dictate tempo.
Wide areas and transitions involving Minnesota’s fullbacks and Orlando’s wingers.
Recent Team Forms
Minnesota United FC: Mixed results with a recent high of a 5-1 win at San Jose, ending a longer winless stretch. Home form has been inconsistent (noted as 2-3-5 in some breakdowns). Capable of strong performances but defensive vulnerabilities persist.
Orlando City SC: Struggling overall with a negative goal differential and poor road record (2-7-1 noted). Recent results show some resilience with a home win, but consistency remains an issue amid injuries.
Series History
Limited recent meetings with a relatively balanced historical record (Orlando slightly ahead in some samples, around 4 wins to Minnesota’s 3 with draws). Cross-conference matchups are infrequent; previous encounters have produced goals and competitive affairs. The teams meet for the first time in the 2026 regular season.
Betting Trends
Trends lean toward the home side due to Orlando’s road struggles and Minnesota’s recent scoring surge, though both teams’ defensive issues support potential for goals.
MATCH ODDS
Orlando City SC + 305
Minnesota United FC – 125
Draw + 320
Over 3.5 + 105 Under 3.5 – 140
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 28, 2026
