{
  "id": 292175,
  "title": "Loons fall to Tigres in penalty kicks of Leagues Cup",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/08/loons-fall-to-tigres-in-penalty-kicks-of-leagues-cup",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-08T03:20:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/loons-fall-tigres-penalty-kicks-032000008.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Minnesota United faced UANL Tigres in a challenging Leagues Cup match, with the game ending in a 2-1 loss despite an impressive defensive performance. The team had previously lost 2-1 to FC Juarez, the last-place team in Liga MX. Tigres' 4-2 penalty kick victory showcased their resilience and skill, with Kelvin Yeboah and Joaquin Pereyra having their penalties saved. Tigres dominated in terms of shots, managing only two meaningful attempts despite having 20 shots overall. Minnesota's performance against Tigres resulted in a 0-0-2 record and 4 points in the six-round PK series. The team squandered several scoring opportunities, notably Anthony Markanich's missed penalty and Momo Dieng's header that hit the crossbar. Minnesota United's third Leagues Cup match will be against Atlante in St. Paul on Tuesday. The club is exploring the possibility of reuniting with former Loons midfielder Aziel (AZ) Jackson, though his current Poland club Jagiellonia Białystok is still negotiating terms. Jackson's potential return is unrelated to Minnesota's pursuit of additional talent in the summer transfer window.",
  "summary": "An overarching question coming out of Tuesday’s 2-1 loss to FC Juarez in Leagues Cup was how would Minnesota United respond against UANL Tigres on Friday. Going from the last-place team in Liga MX to one of Mexico’s premier clubs presented a drastic and daunting shift and a test of resiliency for the Loons. MNUFC returned to a strong defensive showing and held Tigres to a scoreless draw in the ...",
  "key_points": [
    "Minnesota United defeated UANL Tigres 2-1 in Leagues Cup.",
    "Tigres won 4-2 on penalties after 2-1 loss.",
    "Minnesota United seeks Aziel (AZ) Jackson's return."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Minnesota United's loss to Tigres highlights their inconsistency in converting scoring chances, a pattern that has led to a disappointing start in the Leagues Cup.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}