MLS Matchday 13: Minnesota United vs.Houston Dynamo | #MINvHOU
Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT
Location: Allianz Field
Broadcast: Apple TV - Free and 1500 ESPN
Tickets: seatgeek.com
Parking Passes: seatgeek.com
Broadcast Stream: Apple TV - Free
Game Central
Mental Health Awareness Game presented by SeatGeek
The Loons are back in the Midway for a midweek game against the Houston Dynamo. The match between MNUFC and Houston will be the first of at least three meetings this season, with the two sides slotted to meet again next week in the U.S. Open Cup. Last season, the Loons secured a sweep of the Texans with a scoreline of 2-1 in favor of Minnesota both times. While the Dynamo are currently above Minnesota in the standings, it should be noted that key players Amine Bassi and Héctor Herrera will both be absent at Allianz Field this week due to red card violations. Both teams are coming to Wednesday's match fresh off of a weekend loss with a desire to right the ship. In order to make sure that Minnesota is the team to do so and have the sweet sounds of Oasis play in St. Paul, the Loons will need to lock down on defense and be productive in the final third. Can't make it in person? No problem. Watch for free on Apple TV or tune in to 1500 ESPN to catch all of the action.
Lawn Layover, presented by Sun Country:
Make sure to stop by the Lawn Layover, presented by Sun Country, for some pregame fun, food and festivities. The party begins at 5:30 p.m. CT and will feature live music, mobile ordering from the Grand Casino Brew Hall menu, lawn games and giveaways! Some of the awesome activities include your chance to:
- Shoot your shot at the Sun Country inflatable kick game
- Stop by the BMW car display and receive a $5 food voucher
- Challenge your friend at the Allina Health Team Doc game
- Learn about the Star Tribune and score some great Loons gear
- Stop by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office table to learn about mental health and meet one of their therapy dogs
Forgot your scarf? No worries! The MNUFC merch truck will be at the Lawn Layover, presented by Sun Country, for any and all of your pregame merchandise needs. Additionally, our 2023 Be Kind to Your Mind collection has just launched! A portion of the proceeds from this limited collection will be donated to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Stop by the merch truck or any of the Black and Blue Team Stores at Allianz Field to purchase yours.
In-Game Honors
The pregame ceremony will include a national anthem performance by Laura Perking, and recognition of Nick Vorpahl as our SeatGeek Fan of the Game, the Carlson family as our Red Baron Family of the Game and E.C. Clark, who has been an Allina nurse for 25 years, as the Allina Health Honorary Scoreboard Keeper for the game. At halftime, the club will honor Dr. Alyssa Kaying Vang, the first licensed Hmong-speaking psychologist in the state of MN, as the L'Etoile du Nord. Additionally, Sergeant Lawrence Karels, who served 24 years in the Army National Guard, will be honored as the Xcel Energy Eye of the Loon.
Gameday Info
Transportation
We’ve got great guides on transit options, the quickest routes and the best parking at Allianz Field. Take the time to review your route and plan to leave early to take the stress out of your gameday commute. Click here to learn more.
MNUFC App
Before you do anything, be sure to download the MNUFC app. Not only is this your ticket into the game, it also has everything you’ll need on gameday, including stadium rules, maps, links to the radio broadcast, news, stats, stadium closed captions and more. Download the MNUFC app today in the Apple Store or on Google Play.
Stadium WiFi
Save your data; connect to the Allianz Field complimentary WiFi. WiFi is available to fans throughout Allianz Field. Log on to #AtomicData AllianzField FanWiFi for access to the internet.
Gates
Gates to Allianz Field will be opening at 6:00 p.m. Get there early to avoid long lines.
Cashless Purchasing
For the safety of those attending matches, all ticket and in-stadium purchases will be conducted in a touchless manner.
Gameday Policies
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