ROBIN LOD NEWS

Philadelphia hosts Red Bulls in rivalry to open MLS playoffs

The MLS Cup playoffs open Saturday after a break for international play

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mbappe hits 4 as France routs Kazakhstan 8-0 to reach WCup

Striker Kylian Mbappe scored four goals as defending champion France qualified for next year’s World Cup by crushing Kazakhstan 8-0

NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Los Angeles Lod scored a goal and created five chances in Sunday's 3-3 draw against the Galaxy. He also made a clearance and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Lod scored his ninth goal of the season as his side battled through a wild Decision Day and clinched a playoff spot. He will be facing the No. 4 seed Portland, which have conceded 52 times this season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in win Lod took three shots (one on target) and created two chances in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Sporting KC. He also made a clearance, an interception and won two of four tackles in t...

Impact Lod was dangerous in attack on Sunday as his side upset Kansas City. He has taken 10 shots (four on target) in his last three games without getting on the score sheet but he will want to change that in next weekend's regular season finale against the Galaxy, which have conceded 50 goals in 32 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench against Philadelphia Lod scored a goal after coming off the bench in a 3-2 win against Philadelphia Union on Wednesday.

Impact Lod had a good game for the home side. The 28-year-old came as a substitute in the 60th minute and scored the team's second just three minutes later. It was Lod's maiden goal of the campaign.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lod, Fragapane goals put Minnesota United over the Union 3-2

Robin Lod and Franco Fragapane scored goals a few minutes apart as Minnesota United beat the Philadelphia Union 3-2 on Wednesday night

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Robin Lod, Minnesota United FC - 63rd minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Takes six shots in draw Lod took six shots (two on target), created one chance, delivered one cross, made one interception and committed two fouls in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Dallas FC.

Impact Lod was not able to make it on the scoresheet Saturday but he still managed to be active on the offensive end with six shots and one chance created. The striker has registered one goal and one assist in his last four appearances, along with producing nine shots, four chances created and one cross.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to national team Lod has been called up to the Finland National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers set to take place on Oct. 9 and 12.

Impact Lod will miss next weekend's MLS clash against Colorado while he's with the national team, but he could return to Minnesota in time for the Austin FC game on Oct. 16.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Houston Dynamo Lod scored one goal on three shots (two on target), created one chance, won one tackle and drew two fouls in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Lod had a great offensive outing Saturday as he found the back of the net early in the first half to help his side take home all three points. The striker has now registered one goal and one assist in his last two appearances, along with producing three shots and two chances created. He will look for another strong offensive performance Wednesday versus DC United.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lod, Finlay each score as Minnesota United beats Dynamo 2-0

Robin Lod scored the fastest goal in franchise history, Ethan Finlay also had a goal and Minnesota United beat the Houston Dynamo 2-0

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Robin Lod, Minnesota United FC - 1st minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Registers assist versus LA Galaxy Lod provided one assist, created one chance, drew one foul and committed one foul in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Lod had a positive offensive outing Saturday as he registered one assist to open the scoring early in the first half. The striker has been going through a great offensive form before his injury as he had produced four goals and two assists in his last six appearances.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could play this weekend Lod (calf) is expected to be available in Saturday's match against the LA Galaxy, according to journalist Jacob Schneider.

Impact Lod already came off the bench during Wednesday's loss to Sporting KC and is in line for another appearance this weekend as well. With a four-goal stretch in five matches back in July and August, Lod is capable of putting up good numbers when in form.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles takes on Minnesota United FC after 3 straight ties

Los Angeles faces Minnesota United FC after playing to a draw in three straight games

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sporting Kansas City takes on Minnesota United FC in conference matchup

Sporting Kansas City takes on Minnesota United FC in Western Conference action

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Seattle wins 1-0, extends lead atop Western Conference

João Paulo scored his second goal of the season and the Seattle Sounders beat Minnesota United 1-0 to extend their lead atop the Western Conference

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minnesota United FC takes on Seattle after Hunou's 2-goals game

Adrien Hunou leads Minnesota United FC into a matchup with Seattle after a two-goal outing against Houston

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minnesota United FC plays Houston after 3 straight road draws

Minnesota United FC visits Houston after playing to a draw in three road games in a row

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected out multiple weeks Lod suffered a calf injury in training last week and will miss "multiple weeks," reports the Pioneer Press.

Impact Lod had been on a nice run of performances before suffering the injury, making the score-sheet in five-straight matches following his time at the Euros. Jan Gregus moved back into the starting XI in his place last match, pushing Hassani Dotson further up the pitch.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores sixth goal Lod scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Houston.

Impact Lod found the back of the net in the 14th minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the sixth of the season for the attacker while his three shots tied for the team-high total in the win. Lod was subbed off in the 79th minute.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lod scores, Minnesota United secures 2-0 victory over Dynamo

Brent Kallman scored to help Minnesota United blank the Houston Dynamo 2-0

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Robin Lod, Minnesota United FC - 14th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Continues hot form in 2-2 draw Lod scored once, took three shots (two on target) and created one chance during the 2-2 draw with Vancouver on Sunday.

Impact Lod has been on fire since he returned from Euros. The forward now has three goals, one assist, 15 shots, seven created chances, three crosses and 11 tackles in those five matches. He is surely one of the reasons that Minnesota has started to see some welcomed positivity as of late. While Lod is on fire, there is no reason to not warrant his consideration.

AUGUST 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Loons look for new striker Adrien Hunou to parallel Robin Lod Minnesota United’s 2-2 draw at Los Angeles FC felt like a win given the heart-pumping nature of Hassani Dotson’s game-tying goal in the fina...

AUGUST 2, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM