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It’d be harsh to suggest that Philadelphia Union’s MLS Cup final defeat to LAFC is hanging over them. But the Union set such a high standard in their last campaign that this season is proving something of a slow burner so far. Here are three takeaways from the Philadelphia Union’s first five MLS fixtures in […] READ MORE
CHESTER, PA – Despite an early second-half goal from NYCFC’s Maxi Moralez, the Philadelphia Union rallied late with goals from Julián Carranza, Dániel Gazdag, and Cory Burke to defeat the reigning MLS Champions 3-1 and book the clubs ticket to the 2022 MLS Cup Final. WE ARE @MLS CUP BOUND‼️‼️‼️#PHIvNYC 3-1 | #DOOP | @PlanetFitness […] READ MORE
CHESTER, PA – Philadelphia Union’s semi-final success sealed their passage to the Eastern Conference playoff final, thanks to a slender 1-0 win over FC Cincinatti in Chester during the week. Last year, Ronny Deila led NYCFC to an MLS Cup triumph, eliminating the Union in the Eastern Conference Final. With revenge firmly in their sights, […] READ MORE
PREVIEW – With the Supporters Shield having slipped away from Philadelphia Union’s grasp, attention turns to securing the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Their final game of the regular MLS season comes at Subaru Park, to host a Toronto team with nothing to play for. With an MLS Cup triumph firmly in their sights, […] READ MORE
Kai Wagner is potentially the best left-back in Major League Soccer. The German has been linked with a Premier League switch to Leeds United. But is The Whites’ interest in the German justified? It’s refreshing that Jesse March is looking towards some of his compatriots when signing players to play at Elland Road. Tyler Adams […] READ MORE
CHESTER, PA – The Philadelphia Union returned to Subaru Park last evening following a Concacaf Champions League semi-final loss in Mexico City to defeat NYCFC 1-0. The victory came on a second half goal from veteran captain Alejandro Bedoya, netting Philadelphia a needed three points for standings, morale, and their all-time record against their neighbors […] READ MORE
Megan is a nomadic soccer reporter that's traveled and written about World Cups spanning 3 continents, including both the women's and men's FIFA World Cups in Russia, France and South Africa. Megan's specialty for Last Word on Soccer is the Philadelphia Union, her hometown MLS team, as well as interesting stories from across the MLS, US National Teams, and CONCACAF.