Minnesota United FC supporters first began calling the team "the Loons," and the club adopted the nickname because of the way it came about organically. The name is a nod to Minnesota's state bird ...

Kelvin Yeboah scored two goals for Minnesota United but LA Galaxy answered each time as the teams played to a 2-2 draw.

and becoming Minnesota United FC. The new logo, designed by local firm Zeus Jones and featuring the state bird, the loon, drew rave reviews. On the field, the club also thrived. Head coach Manny ...