Having missed nearly a month and a half due to injury, Minnesota United fans were relieved to see Kevin Venegas listed among the team’s substitutes Wednesday evening. He would eventually be subbed on for Lance Laing in the 67th minute, and looked relatively sound in his limited showing.
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The Loons and Strikers had a fairly even first half. Ft. Lauderdale had 51% possession, while United made the most of their time with the ball, out-shooting the home side 6-4. The Strikers did pick up a yellow, as well.
Ft. Lauderdale came out strong in the second half, firing nine shots to Minnesota’s six, and finishing the game with a 53% possession rate.