JUNE 11, 2023 • SACBEE.COM
Minnesota United transfer Luis Amarilla to Mazatlan Minnesota United FC completed the transfer of striker Luis Amarilla to Liga MX side Mazatlan on Saturday night.
Not in training Amarilla (not injury related) did not train with Minnesota United on Friday, according to team reporter Jacob Schneider, as he's reportedly on the move to Liga MX club Mazatlan in...
Impact It's likely Amarilla has already played his final game for Minnesota United, though his potential summer move hasn't been confirmed yet. Mender Garcia should continue as Minnesota's striker for now, but the club is likely to bring in a new center forward during the transfer window if Amarilla does leave.
JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Misses Austin game Amarilla (undisclosed) was not involved in Wednesday's defeat against Austin FC.
Impact Amarilla has scored two league goals this season as he and Mender Garcia have been rotating starts up front, but Amarilla did not even make the squad for Wednesday's game. He's reportedly close to a summer transfer away from the club, which could be a reason as to why he was out this week.
JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates three chances in draw Luis Amarilla generated two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 4th minute.
Impact Amarilla created three chances Saturday, his most in a match this season. He took two shots (both off target) and drew three fouls in his full 90 minutes of action. He also picked up a yellow card in the 4th minute, his second booking of the season.
MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Reports: Minnesota United striker Luis Amarilla could return to Ecuador | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Reports Minnesota United FC striker Luis Amarilla could soon return to Ecuadorian side LDU Quito, according to seve...
MAY 26, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Attempts four shots Amarilla registered four shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 loss against Sporting Kansas City.
Impact Amarilla was able to not sit out any games because of his previous groin injury. Still without a goal since April 2, he will try to score when Minnesota United hosts Houston on Wednesday.
MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not on injury report Amarilla (groin) was able to train with Minnesota United on Thursday, according to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press, and he's not listed in the injury report to take on Sporting KC...
Impact Amarilla was not involved in the U.S. Open Cup win over Philadelphia on Tuesday after suffering an injury against the Whitecaps last weekend, but it seems that the issue wasn't too serious and he could be in contention to play against Kansas City back in the league on Saturday. Mender Garcia could replace him in the XI if Amarilla isn't quite fit enough to start up front.
MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Vancouver Amarilla was subbed out of Saturday's defeat against the Whitecaps in the 29th minute after suffering a groin injury.
Impact Amarilla was not training with Minnesota United on Monday following his injury at the weekend, according to team reporter Jeremy Rushing. He is unlikely to play in Tuesday's U.S. Open Cup match while a decision will have to be made about his availability for the MLS clash against Sporting KC next weekend. Mender Garcia could replace him up front if necessary.
MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes three shots against Dallas Amarilla took three shots and created two chances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against FC Dallas. He also made three clearances and won one of one tackles in the match.
Impact Amarilla returned to the XI Sunday and played well despite not getting on the scoresheet, posting his fourth game with at least three shots taken this season. He should be the preferred striker over Mender Garcia at the moment.
MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota United faces Orlando City in non-conference matchup
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Scores penalty against St. Louis Amarilla took three shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against St. Louis City. He also created a chance in the match.
Impact Amarilla converted from the penalty spot to win Saturday's game for his side, and he's now scored two goals from 10 shots across his last three appearances up front.
APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota United deals St Louis City first defeat 1-0
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Takes four shots against Vancouver Amarilla took four shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Whitecaps. He also made two clearances and won one of one tackles in the match.
Impact Amarilla made his first start of the season Saturday following a delayed beginning to the campaign due to visa issues, but he's now racked up a goal and seven total shots across his last three halves of playing time. He started alongside Mender Garcia in a 4-4-2 due to various international absences against Vancouver, but he's likely to be leading the line on his own once everyone returns from national team duty.
MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores penalty against Colorado Amarilla subbed into Saturday's match against the Rapids at halftime, taking three shots and scoring a goal in the 2-1 victory.
Impact Amarilla continued his steady reintegration into Minnesota's XI after a delayed start to the campaign due to visa issues, and he equalized Saturday's game from the penalty spot shortly after his introduction into the match. He seems likely to take over from Mender Garcia as the starting striker by next weekend's clash against the Whitecaps.
MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota United beats Rapids on road for first time, 2-1
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Comes off bench in draw Amarilla subbed in and played the final 25 minutes or so of Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Red Bulls.
Impact Amarilla made his season debut for Minnesota on Saturday after a delayed start to the campaign due to visa issues. He will aim to reclaim the starting striker position from Mender Garcia moving forward.
MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back with team Amarilla (not injury related) has obtained his green card and returned to Minnesota United last weekend, according to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.
Impact Amarilla missed the first two games of the season while taking care of his immigration status, but he's back with the team and was able to do partial training on Tuesday. If he's deemed available for Saturday's clash against the Red Bulls, it would likely be as a substitute option while he continues getting back up to full speed, with Mender Garcia likely to remain the starting striker for now.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still not training Amarilla (not injury related) is still in Paraguay waiting to return to the U.S. as of Wednesday, according to Minnesota reporter Jacob Schneider.
Impact Minnsota United is on a bye this week so Amarilla still has time to make it back to the country before the team's next game against the Red Bulls on March 11. Mender Garcia could continue to start up front until Amarilla is ready to reintegrate into the team.
MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Status uncertain for opening day Amarilla was missing from Minnesota's training on Tuesday while he waits for his green card to arrive, Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press reports.
Impact Amarilla is Minnesota's first-choice striker after scoring nine goals in 34 appearances (28 starts) last season, but he will be questionable for the MLS opener on Saturday due to his green card situation. Mender Garcia or Patrick Weah could be options to replace him if necessary.
FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Does well in return to MLS Amarilla scored nine goals with four assists across 34 MLS appearances (28 starts) after returning to Minnesota in February.
Impact Amarilla returned to Minnesota United after spending a year with LDU Quito in 2021, and he fully became the team's starting center forward this season barring a month when Robin Lod was playing in the position in May. The 27-year-old will hope to continue building off of this campaign in 2023.
DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota United faces Dallas after shutout victory
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Vancouver Whitecaps look to extend win streak in matchup with Minnesota United
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Minnesota United takes road losing streak into matchup against the San Jose Earthquakes
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Fires four shots Amarilla took four shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Sporting KC.
Impact Amarilla was held off the scoresheet as Minnesota found just one goal on Saturday. The forward didn't cross or create a chance, but his four shots led Minnesota in the loss.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sporting Kansas City takes shutout streak into matchup against Minnesota United
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