Minnesota United heads west to Southern California on Saturday night for a marquee clash against San Diego FC, the second showdown of the year between the Western Conference's leading pair.
The Loons will be out for revenge after falling 4-2 at Allianz Field back in June, when the newcomers announced themselves in style with a ruthless attacking display that spoiled the first-ever meeting between the clubs.
Eric Ramsay's side come into this one on the back of a hard-fought 1-1 draw with the Portland Timbers last weekend. After a late own goal put them behind, Minnesota hit back almost immediately. Wil Trapp picked out Robin Lod with a pinpoint long ball, and the Finnish midfielder’s tidy first touch set up the equalizer. That strike kept the Loons’ unbeaten streak against Portland at home alive, now standing at eight straight (7-0-2).
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
How to watch San Diego FC vs Minnesota United online - TV channels & live streams
 | Apple TV | Watch here |
In the United States (US) and worldwide, MLS match between San Diego FC and Minnesota United will be available to watch and stream online live on Apple TV, through the MLS Season Pass.
Check out GOAL's Live Match Centre for updates.
How to watch anywhere with VPN
If you are abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sport.
San Diego FC vs Minnesota United kick-off time
The MLS match between San Diego FC and Minnesota United will be played at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, CA, United States.
It will kick off at 7:30 pm PT / 10:30 pm ET on Saturday, September 13, in the US.
Team news & squads
San Diego FC vs Minnesota United lineups
4-3-3
Formation
5-4-1
MINSDI-Line up
SDISubstitutes
Manager
M. Varas
MIN-Line up
MINSubstitutes
Manager
E. Ramsay
Injuries and Suspended players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
San Diego FC team news
Mikey Varas has turned San Diego into the story of the season. The expansion club continues to defy expectations, sitting five points clear at the summit of the West. Just before the international break, SDFC edged LAFC 2-1, extending their unbeaten run across all competitions to five.
That victory once again showcased the firepower of Anders Dreyer and Hirving Lozano, a deadly duo who've combined for 23 goals, accounting for nearly half of San Diego's scoring output in league play. Both were on target against LAFC, and the Loons’ backline will know they can't afford a moment's lapse.
Minnesota United team news
For Minnesota, the challenge is clear: keep their momentum going while adjusting to life without Tani Oluwaseyi, sold to Villarreal after bagging 10 goals.
The baton now passes to Kelvin Yeboah, who has nine of his own but hasn't found the net in six straight outings. Ramsay will be banking on his striker to rediscover his touch if the Loons are to close the gap on their high-flying opponents.
Form
SDI-Form
SDILos Angeles FC
1
-
2
San Diego FC
W
San Diego FC
0
-
0
Portland Timbers
D
San Jose Earthquakes
1
-
2
San Diego FC
W
Sporting Kansas City
0
-
2
San Diego FC
W
Mazatlan FC
0
-
2
San Diego FC
W
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 8/2
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 2/5
- Both teams scored
- 2/5
MIN-Form
MINMinnesota United
1
-
1
Portland Timbers
D
Real Salt Lake
1
-
3
Minnesota United
W
Minnesota United
1
-
0
Seattle Sounders FC
W
Minnesota United
1
-
2
Colorado Rapids
L
Minnesota United
0
-
2
Atletico de San Luis
L
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 6/6
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 2/5
- Both teams scored
- 3/5
Head-to-Head Record
SDILast match
MIN1
Win
0
Draws
0
Wins
Goals scored
2- Games over 2.5 goals
- 1/1
- Both teams scored
- 1/1