San Diego FC falls 2-1 to Minnesota United at home, suffers second straight MLS loss

San Diego FC struggles against Minnesota United with defensive issues and another red card

Joel Casillas

4/14/20261 min read

San Diego FC fails to respond at home

San Diego FC suffered another setback at home, losing 2-1 to Minnesota United in Matchday 7 of Major League Soccer.

After their previous loss to San Jose Earthquakes, the California side aimed to bounce back but once again fell short.

Early goal sparks hope

Minnesota started with high pressure and early chances, but in the 6th minute, Alex Morgan assisted Luca Bombino, who scored a brilliant goal to make it 1-0.

Minnesota turns the game around

The visitors quickly responded. Tomás Chancalay delivered a cross that Kyle Duncan headed in for the equalizer.

Before halftime, Kelvin Yeboah scored from another wide play to give Minnesota a 2-1 lead.

Another red card changes everything

Early in the second half, Chris McVey was sent off after receiving a second yellow card, leaving San Diego with ten players.

This marked the fourth consecutive match with a red card for the team, highlighting ongoing discipline issues.

Limited attacking response

Down a man, San Diego FC struggled to create meaningful chances. Despite efforts from Anders Dreyer, they failed to find an equalizer.

Minnesota maintained control and secured the win.

A difficult stretch for San Diego

The 2-1 loss marks a second straight defeat for San Diego FC.

Head coach Mikey Varas mentioned post-match that refereeing decisions have been challenging for the team.

Looking ahead

San Diego FC will now prepare for an away match against Real Salt Lake, aiming to turn things around and get back to winning ways.

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