This will be the climate of Minnesota until the World Cup: What did James Rodríguez say about the cold?
On February 6, James Rodríguez was officially presented as the new Minnesota United player in MLS, signing a six-month contract that will help the midfielder arrive in great shape for the 2026 World Cup, held on North American soil.

TL;DR
- James Rodríguez was officially presented as a new Minnesota United player in the MLS.
- He signed a six-month contract to prepare for the 2026 World Cup.
- Minnesota United plays in Saint Paul, Minnesota, a city known for its cold climate.
- Rodríguez previously cited cold weather as a reason for leaving Bayern Munich.
- He expressed confidence that the climate in Minnesota will not be a problem, referencing his time in Munich.
- The climate in Saint Paul transitions from winter to spring and early summer between February and June.