As Minnesota United transitions to phase 2 of MLS’ continuation of play, they approach the halfway point of a strange 2020 season, having completed 11 of their 23 regular season matches. While this week marks what would’ve been Matchday 32 of the original 2020 schedule (with the easiest strength of schedule in all of MLS), the halfway point of a revised 2020 season is a good opportunity to dive into the numbers and understand MNUFC’s tactical tendencies so far this year.
In 2019, MNUFC looked to improve the defense by making 5 key acquisitions, all of which were in defense or midfield: Vito Mannone (GK), Romain Métanire (RB), Ike Opara (CB), Ján Greguš (CM), and Ozzie Alonso (CM).