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Let it snow: Atlanta United overwhelms Minnesotas home opener, 6-1
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Minnesota United forward Christian Ramirez, center top, and Atlanta United defender Michael Parkhurst battle for the ball in the snow during the first half of an MLS soccer game Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Minneapolis, Minn. - photo by Elizabeth Flores
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota United’s inaugural MLS home game was fittingly played in the snow. The Loons have had quite the cold welcome to the league. Josef Martinez had three goals , Miguel Almiron scored twice and Atlanta United quickly spoiled fellow expansion club Minnesota’s home opener with a 6-1 victory Sunday that matched the coldest game in MLS history with a kickoff temperature of 20 degrees.
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