Minnesota United head coach Eric Ramsay emphasized the need for his team to adapt to opponents that play low block defenses. Following a defeat to Los Angeles FC, the team is currently third in the Western Conference but only two points behind the leaders. Ramsay pointed out the importance of evolving to create goal-scoring opportunities in tight spaces. Conversely, the Portland Timbers, sitting sixth in the conference, seek to improve after their poor form, recognizing the urgency to capitalize on upcoming games for potential points.
"They're obviously making big efforts to defend the space in behind, and that's then for us to adapt. That's going to be the next step of the team's evolution."
"We have to get better around the box. We have to be a team that can create from very little space, which obviously isn't always the case for us."
"The best thing we can do now is look forward to the weekend. We've got another game quickly, and the best way to look at it is that we have another opportunity to try and get three points."
"It's just about getting those moments right and being there to back each other up if things do go wrong."
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