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Minnesota United confirm Rodriguez exit after just six months

Minnesota United have officially confirmed that James Rodriguez has left the club following a brief stint in Major League Soccer. The former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich playmaker finds himself as a free agent once again after the Western Conference side decided against extending his stay in the United States.

England MD-1 Training and Press Conference

Toney hits hat-trick in behind-closed-doors England friendly win

Ivan Toney staked his claim for a starting berth by netting a clinical hat-trick during England’s convincing 5-1 behind-closed-doors victory over Sporting Kansas City. The training fixture was specifically arranged at the team's base camp to maintain match fitness and sharpness among the squad's fringe players.

MLS midseason tiers: Miami, SJ impress, but Atlanta raise concern

Lionel Messi and Co. remain favorites, but strong starts from Nashville, San Jose and Vancouver have the league nicely poised heading into a long break.

The Rondo: Did Minnesota make a mistake in signing James?

James Rodriguez was always likely to be at Minnesota United for just a few months, but his lack of impact for the Loons makes him a curious signing

Vancouver Whitecaps FC v Minnesota United FC

'Few more years' - Colombia's Rodriguez shuts down retirement rumors

James Rodriguez says he has no intention of retiring after representing Colombia at this summer's World Cup. Reports had said that the veteran midfielder would call it quits after the upcoming tournament, but Rodriguez, who started the MLS season with Minnesota United on a short-term deal, says he expects to play on.

Rodriguez reportedly set to leave Minnesota, could retire after WC

James Rodriguez's brief, underwhelming spell with Minnesota United appears to be nearing an abrupt end. Apple TV's Michele Giannone and The Athletic reported that the Colombian star will leave next week to join his national team for the World Cup and is not expected to return after the tournament. The midfielder has made just four league appearances for the club.