Toddler Invades Pitch During Minnesota's 5-1 MLS Win

A tiny pitch invader halted play in San Jose, leaving fans and analysts stunned.

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What happened. A toddler wandered onto the pitch during Minnesota United's 5-1 win over San Jose Earthquakes, causing the referee to stop play with 90 seconds remaining.

• On-air analyst quipped, 'There's a baby on the field.'
• The match was interrupted briefly before resuming.
• Minnesota's win was described as 'like taking money from a baby.'

“There's a baby on the field.”

— On-air analyst

The bizarre moment added a lighthearted twist to a decisive MLS victory for Minnesota.

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