San Diego FC earned a hard-fought 1-0 home win against Minnesota United FC in Major League Soccer on November 25, 2025, with an 11:00 AM Pacific Time start. The decisive goal came in the second half, securing a vital three points for the expansion side in a match that was more about tactical battle than free-flowing football. After a cagey first half with few clear chances, San Diego FC broke the deadlock in the 65th minute through a deflected shot from outside the box that wrong-footed the Minnesota goalkeeper. Minnesota United pushed for an equalizer and had a strong penalty appeal waved away in the closing stages, but San Diego's defense held firm to see out the victory. The standout performance came from San Diego's defensive midfielder, who broke up numerous attacks and provided the platform for the win. This result boosts San Diego FC's playoff positioning in the Western Conference, while Minnesota United's away struggles continue. San Diego's head coach praised his team's grit, saying, "It wasn't pretty, but we showed the mentality required to win these tight games."