Loons advance to Open Cup semis after 3-1 win over Chicago Fire originally appeared on Bring Me The News. The Loons held a man advantage for over 70 minutes against the Chicago Fire in the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Cup, but it took an extra-time goal from star striker Kelvin Yeboah to put Minnesota United through to the semifinals.

The U.S. Open Cup continues on Tuesday, and there was some early drama during Minnesota United's clash with Chicago Fire in the quarter-finals. Things remained deadlocked after 25 minutes of action with neither side truly on the gas in terms of attack. But that doesn't mean this match is without fireworks.

Minnesota United FC are all set to host Chicago Fire FC in the quarter-final fixture of the US Open Cup 2025 at the Allianz Field.

Minnesota equalized early in the second half, but had to grind into the 30-minute extra time to score the winning and insurance goals.

Minnesota United began a stretch of four matches in 10 days by playing to a 0-0 tie with German team Holstein Kiel in a club friendly Monday night at Allianz Field. The Loons lineup featured Alec Smir at goalkeeper and players from Minnesota United FC 2.

Minnesota United continues competing this week during a busy stretch of the season, next traveling to take on FC Dallas on Friday night.KSTP Sports was at United practice on Thursday morning and spoke with head coach Eric Ramsay and All-Star goalie Dayne St.

Prediction: The Fire have been hit or miss (1.4 points per game in MLS), while Minnesota has been much more consistent (1.76) in league action. That and the Loons’ prowess to score on set pieces with the added benefit of playing at home will contribute to them advancing, 3-2.