"We always enjoy these weeks [international break] because you get to work with typically about 14 to 16 senior players, and I think the work is always really good and intense, and you get a feel of real progression there,"
"But then you also get a chance to look at other players in a touch more detail, and obviously we're integrating one or two of the new boys."
"It's been good, but it's not obviously without its frustrations because you're leading into what is now just undeniably the decisive game of the year in terms of the Western Conference style and Supporters' Shield standings."
"So it's sort of a shame that it's come in the build-up to this game in particular, but we've certainly made the most of it, and we've really enjoyed the time on the grass."
Minnesota United enters a pivotal match against San Diego FC trailing by five points with five regular-season games left, while San Diego leads the Western Conference and remains unbeaten in six MLS fixtures. Both teams have similar recent form, each winning two and drawing one of their last three matches. An international break provided focused training with typically 14 to 16 senior players, intense sessions, opportunities to evaluate other players, and time to integrate new signings. The break yielded clear progression and valuable grass time, but it also created frustration because it interrupts preparation for a crucial fixture.
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