Player Details

Name

Jerome Thiesson

Height

5' 9"

Weight

159 lbs

Date of Birth

8.6.1987 (36)

Position

Defender
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For MNUFC's Thiesson and Boxall, an intercontinental journey to parenthood

For MNUFC's Thiesson and Boxall, an intercontinental journey to parenthood

The advent of parenthood is a time of upheaval in the most stable of situations. For Minnesota United FC teammates Jerome Thiesson and Michael Boxall, Megan Ryan of The Star Tribune reports that meant navigating an intercontinental journey during the pregnancy and early infancy, with an assist from MNUFC support staff.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Minnesota United FC vs. San Jose Earthquakes | May 12, 2018
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HIGHLIGHTS: Minnesota United FC vs. San Jose Earthquakes | May 12, 2018

The San Jose Earthquakes are looking for a win at TCF Bank Stadium as they face Minnesota United FC.
HIGHLIGHTS: Minnesota United FC vs. San Jose Earthquakes | May 12, 2018
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HIGHLIGHTS: Minnesota United FC vs. San Jose Earthquakes | May 12, 2018
CHANCE: Christian Ramirez nearly connects on Thiesson's cross
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CHANCE: Christian Ramirez nearly connects on Thiesson's cross
GOAL: Kevin Molino scores his first of the season
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GOAL: Kevin Molino scores his first of the season
San Jose Earthquakes 3-2 Minnesota United | 4-Minute Highlights
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San Jose Earthquakes 3-2 Minnesota United | 4-Minute Highlights
GOAL: Jerome Thiesson scores a stunner from outside the box
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GOAL: Jerome Thiesson scores a stunner from outside the box
Career Summary

Option declined following 2018 season.

Thiesson is a seasoned defender who played in more than 300 Swiss League games before joining Minnesota in 2017. Comfortable as either a left or right back, Minnesota values the versatility he provides. The defender's sharp decision making compliments his seemingly ambidextrous nature and he will again be an important piece for the Loons in 2018.

OUTSIDE MLS:The 30-year-old Swiss native has spent the last six seasons with FC Luzern of the Swiss Super League, scoring two goals in 222 games with 204 starts in league play. In 10 cup games with the club, he recorded one goal. Thiesson joined FC Luzern after spending four years with AC Bellinzona, a lower division Swiss Super League club from the country’s Italian-speaking region.