ROBIN LOD NEWS

Plays in preseason friendly Lod (knee) will be ready to go for the club's season opener against Austin FC on Feb. 24, having played in a pre-season friendly with the club on Jan. 27.

Impact Lod missed out on much of last after tearing his meniscus in late May but looks to be an option for the club's first contest of the season after playing in a friendly match with the club. The attacker started in 10 of the 12 games he was an option for last season, so he will hope to reclaim that spot to begin the season. If he does earn that role to start the season, he will be in line for his fifth straight season as a regular starter in Minnesota.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Lod was 'the guy in the middle' of Teemu Pukki's move to Minnesota United Compatriots on the Finland national team join forces with Loons into 2025.

JULY 14, 2023 • TWINCITIES.COM

Out long term with injury Lod (knee) is expected to miss 4-6 months while recovering from a surgery he will undergo this week to repair a torn meniscus, Minnesota manager Adian Heath told the Pioneer Press'...

Impact Lod is a valuable and versatile starter for Minnesota, but he's now expected to be sidelined at least through early October while recovering from this knee injury. Franco Fragapane, Sang-Bin Jeong, Bongokuhle Hlongwane and Hassani Dotson are all going to have to step up in midfield in Lod's absence, as well as Emanuel Reynoso (not injury related) once he is able to re-integrate into the team.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Lod sidelined with meniscus tear in right knee Robin Lod has been ruled out for an extended period after suffering a meniscus tear in his right knee during Wednesday’s 1-0 home-win over t...

MAY 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Minnesota United suffer Robin Lod injury blow as Emanuel Reynoso addresses absence | MLSSoccer.com Now more than ever, Emanuel Reynoso can't come back soon enough for Minnesota United.

MAY 19, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Requires surgery on torn meniscus Lod has torn the meniscus in his right knee and will undergo an operation to repair the injury next week, Minnesota United announced Friday.

Impact Lod picked up this injury despite lasting the full 90 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Dynamo, and he's now set to miss at least a few weeks while recovering from the surgery he will undergo on Monday. He's tallied 19 shots and one assist from 12 chances created from 10 MLS appearances (all starts) this season, mostly lining up either in attacking midfield or on the right wing. Franco Fragapane, Sang-Bin Jeong and Bongokuhle Hlongwane are likely to see an increase in playing time along the attacking line while Lod is out, at least until Emanuel Reynoso (not injury related) is able to re-integrate into the team.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens account Lod assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Lod finally got off the mark with his first 2023 goal contribution in his eighth start. The midfielder has been a major force in the attack in seasons past but got off to a very slow start to 2023. He will hope this assist proves to be a launch pad for a bounce back, with his good volume giving him every chance to find more end product going forward.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots against Dallas Lod took five shots (two on target) and created three chances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Lod took six shots and created one chance during his four starts in attacking midfield to begin the season, but he's posted 11 shots and seven chances created across three games on the right wing following the arrival of Sang-Bin Jeong.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in loss Lod had three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Lod had another solid performance despite the loss Saturday. He created two chances, took three shots (one on target), whipped in one accurate cross and won all three of his attempted tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Key playmaker in loss Lod recorded three shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Orlando City SC.

Impact Lod was Minnesota's key playmaker on Saturday but he was let due to poor execution from his receiving teammates. His play initiated the moves that led to United's goal and he missed two good opportunities to get on the scoresheet himself. The Finn always has a high work rate in midfield but he has still failed to deliver an assist or score in his five appearances.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

McGuire rallies Orlando City past Minnesota United 2-1

Duncan McGuire scored an unassisted goal in the 88th minute to rally Orlando City to a 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minnesota United's Robin Lod trying to find form, consistent position in lineup Coach Adrian Heath calls Lod "a victim at times of his own versatility."

APRIL 11, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Kept in check by Chicago Lod took two shots (one on target) and created one chance in Saturday's 2-1 loss at Chicago.

Impact Lod went the full 90 minutes after missing the last two matches through illness. He has yet to score or assist but he continues to be a key ingredient to a Minnesota squad that has just one loss through their first six matches.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Lod (illness) has returned to training with Minnesota United on Tuesday, Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press reported ahead of the Chicago clash at the weekend.

Impact Lod has missed his side's last two matches, first while away on international duty and then due to an illness last weekend, but he's back in training now and should be likely to return to the XI in attacking midfield to face the Fire on Saturday.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain due to illness Lod missed training with Minnesota United Friday after contracting an illness and will be in doubt to face St. Louis at the weekend, Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Lod has come down with an illness after returning from the international window. Hassani Dotson or Joseph Rosales are both options to start in his place against St. Louis on Saturday.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to club team Lod (undisclosed) is returning to Minnesota United on Tuesday, according to the Star Tribune's Jerry Zgoda. His status is uncertain for the clash against St. Louis City at the week...

Impact Lod started each of Minnesota's first three games of the season in attacking midfield before missing the draw with the Whitecaps while away on international duty, but he picked up an injury while with the Finnish National Team last week that might make him questionable to face St. Louis on Saturday. Hassani Dotson could continue in the XI in his place if necessary, or Joseph Rosales (not injury related) is another option as well.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured with Finland Lod (undisclosed) came off with an injury during the 73rd minute of Thursday's 3-1 loss to Denmark.

Impact Lod picked up an injury in the second half and was forced off. The exact details of the injury are unclear, but Lod would be a big loss for both club and country if the injury proves to be serious. Lod could potentially return from international duty early if injury is serious.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Linking up with national team Lod has been called up by the Finnish National Team for upcoming European Championship qualifiers on March 23 and 26.

Impact Lod will miss Saturday's MLS clash against the Whitecaps while on international duty, with Franco Fragapane a potential option to slide over and replace him in attacking midfield for the game.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots Lod took two off target shots and crossed three times (two accurate) during Saturday's 1-1 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Lod was held off the scoresheet as Minnesota found just one goal during Saturday's draw. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of shots and crosses on the team as he is in search of his first goal involvement through two games.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game in season opener Lod made three clearances and an interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory against FC Dallas.

Impact Lod started in attacking midfield to open the 2023 campaign while the Emmanuel Reynoso saga continues. Lod wasn't able to get much going offensively, but he still put in a solid defensive shift as his side defeated Dallas.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Versatile starter for Minnesota Lod spent significant time playing in three different positions (right wing, center forward and defensive midfield) this season for Minnesota United.

Impact Lod ended the campaign with six goals and three assists across 31 MLS appearances (30 starts) overall, but even more impressive was how well he adapted to whatever was require of him in the XI. Regardless of where he plays, the 29-year-old should remain a mainstay in the lineup for 2023.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots in return Lod had five shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Lod made his return from an injury and took five shots as well as creating a chance. There was concern that the defensive midfielder would be available let alone start, but start he did, going 78 minutes in the win. Lod should be right back in the middle of the park for a Monday clash with Dallas to open the playoffs.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Decision Day Lod is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Vancouver.

Impact Lod is back in the starting XI after missing the previous two matches. It was originally reported that Lod would be an option off the bench but evidently he is healing ahead of schedule, as he returns right back to the starting role in defensive midfield.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps look to extend win streak in matchup with Minnesota United

The Vancouver Whitecaps will try to continue a three-game win streak with a victory over Minnesota United

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Trains separately Lod trained on his own during Tuesday's session ahead of Sunday's match against Vancouver, according to Andy Greder of the Twin Cities Pioneer Press.

Impact Lod now has a better chance to play before the season comes to an end, though in what role or capacity will be determined by how much better he gets by Sunday. He's missed each of the last two games and Mender Garcia should continue to start on the right wing if Lod can't play.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE