Minnesota United will celebrate its fans on Saturday, Nov. 7 during its Fan Appreciation Game, presented by Target, as the Loons host the San Jose Earthquakes in the final regular-season match of the club’s 10th MLS season.
With the 2026 MLS regular season coming to an end, the Loons are still in contention to qualify for the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs heading into Saturday's match. The final fixture of the season will be filled with activities and in-game elements to celebrate and honor our fans. Fans hoping to be a part of the celebration and all the Decision Day action can visit mnufc.com for more ticket information.
Before the match, fans can stop by the Sun Country Pre-Party on the Great Lawn and enjoy exciting pregame activities, partner giveaways and live music. Target’s Player Fan Card Studio returns giving fans of all ages the opportunity to create their own personalized trading card, and the first 1,000 fans that visit the studio can grab a free scarf.
As fans enter Allianz Field, Target and MNUFC will distribute 8,000 clear crossbody bags at stadium gates. On the main concourse, Target’s Bullseye’s Prize Machine will be available for a chance to win an assortment of MNUFC prizes, Target gift cards, and more. Lastly, the Bullseye Bobblehead will also be displayed on the concourse for photo opportunities.
Saturday will be an Allianz Field Blackout. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to wear the color black to help black-out the stadium on Decision Day.
Additional matchday festivities include pyrotechnic shows during the pregame player processional and at halftime, as well as a special "thank you" video message from players. The Black and Blue Team Stores will also have special discounts for Season Ticket Members and fans attending the match.
Following the game, Minnesota United will host a special “Jersey Off Our Backs” experience, presented by Target. A group of preselected fans as well as lucky fans selected through Bullseye’s Prize Machine will have the opportunity to receive a game-worn jersey handed directly to them from select MNUFC players.
Throughout the match, MNUFC will honor and celebrate community members continually making an impact:
- L’Etoile du Nord – Rich Harrison and Joyce & Don Poppele, volunteers for Dark Clouds’ Silver Lining and DGS United that have continually served the Twin Cities community by volunteering alongside their fellow MNUFC fans and supporters
- Ball Delivery – Maggie Erickson, a Finley's Pet Treats ambassador
- Honorary Scoreboard Keeper – Maeve Jensen, a nurse at Allina Health Owatonna Hospital and an active member of the hospital’s Auxiliary
- SeatGeek Fan(s) of the Game – LB Kostadinov (Season Ticket Member since 2017) and Ricardo Castro (Season Ticket Member since 2025)
