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Minnesota United FC (MNUFC), the Loons, face the Seattle Sounders in a decisive Game 3 of their Round One Best-of-Three playoff series. The winner advances to the Western Conference Semifinals. The game is Saturday at 3:00 p.m. at Allianz Field, with a “Blackout” theme encouraging fans to wear black. Pregame festivities include a Lawn Layover with live music and activities starting at 12:30 p.m., and a “March to the Match” at 2:00 p.m. Fans will receive rally towels upon entry. The MNUFC app features interactive elements like trivia and Man of the Match voting. New playoff merchandise and special food/drink options will be available. The pregame ceremony will honor several individuals and organizations and the stadium promotes recycling and water conservation initiatives.

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Loons Face Sounders in Crucial Playoff Showdown Saturday

St. Paul, MN – Minnesota United FC (MNUFC) will battle the Seattle Sounders this Saturday, in a winner-take-all Game 3 of their Round One Best-of-Three playoff series. Kickoff is set for 3:00 p.m. at Allianz Field. The victor will advance to the Western Conference Semifinals and face the winner of the San Diego vs. Portland series.

After splitting the first two games, a thrilling PK shootout for the Loons in game 1, this final match promises high stakes drama. MNUFC fans are encouraged to participate in a “Blackout” theme, filling the stadium in black to create a unified front.

The pre-game fun starts early with a “Lawn Layover,” presented by Sun Country, on the Great Lawn at 12:30 p.m. featuring a live DJ, Target activations, and a live performance by the cover band Pop Rocks. At 2:00 p.m. fans are encouraged to join the “March to the Match,” converging at “The Calling” loon sculpture before marching to the stadium.

All fans will receive a commemorative rally towel upon entry. Other game day highlights include special playoff merchandise, food and drink options, and interactive elements on the MNUFC app. Pregame ceremonies will honor local community members and organizations. The stadium will be encouraging fans to reduce waste with the BizRecycling and WM organics, recycling, or trash receptacles as well as Ecolab Water Stations where fans can fill up empty, clear plastic bottles.

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