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Game Thread: Philadelphia Union 4 vs New York Red Bulls 1, Final

Live Game Updates from the Union’s Matchday 30 game against the New York Red Bulls

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Carl Gulbish/Philadelphia Soccer Now

Game Updates

90+3′ – The referee blows the final whistle, sealing the Union’s victory and extending their winning streak against the Red Bulls.

90′ – As the match nears its conclusion, the fourth official indicates a minimum of 3 minutes of added time.

87′ – The Red Bulls get off a shot that’s initially blocked. The ball ricochets, seemingly destined for the crossbar, but Blake leaps to make a crucial save.

85′ – The Union make another change, with Sullivan replacing Carranza. The attacking trio now comprises Rafanello, Baribo, and Sullivan.

83′ – Action resumes with Baribo finding himself in open space. He takes a shot, but it’s comfortably saved by the goalkeeper.

81′ – Play comes to a halt as both Wagner and Edelman are down, having collided with each other.

80′ – Bedoya sees yellow, and due to card accumulation, he’ll be absent from the Union’s next match against the league’s point leaders, FC Cincinnati.

77′ – Gazdag’s night concludes as Refanello takes his place. With a 3-goal cushion, there’s no need to risk Gazdag any further.

75′ – The Union extend their lead to 4-1! Wagner brilliantly plays Gazdag through, who confidently slots it home. However, he appears to be in discomfort immediately after.

74′ – A brief pause in play as Bedoya’s challenge on a Red Bulls player raises concerns.

72′ – Substitution for the Union: Uhre makes way for Baribo, who’s set to play his longest stint in a Union jersey after a brief debut in the Leagues Cup.

69′ – The Red Bulls shuffle their pack. Reyes is substituted for Ndam, while Fernandez makes way for Stroud.

66′ – A late tackle by Reyes on Gazdag sparks protests from the Union players. The referee opts for a stern talk with Reyes instead of brandishing a card.

58′ – Wagner masterfully cuts the ball back to the edge of the penalty box, setting up Carranza who clinically dispatches it into the net. The Union now lead 3-1.

57′ – From a free kick on the left flank, the ball is expertly delivered into the penalty box. Lowe dives, connecting with a powerful header that finds its way into the back of the net.

48′ – Blake pulls off a stellar save, ensuring the scores remain level.

45′ – The second half kicks off. Despite being a man down, the Red Bulls make a strategic change, introducing Duncan in place of Manoel.

Halftime Stats

Philadelphia Union
Shots – 7
Shots on Goal – 3
Possession – 52.3%
Fouls – 8
Yellow Cards – 1 (Lowe)
Red Cards – 0

New York Red Bulls
Shots – 6
Shots on Goal – 1
Possession – 47.7%
Fouls – 6
Yellow Cards – 2 (Nealis,Reyes)
Red Cards – 1 (Nealis)

40+5′ – Carranza finds the net for the Union, making it 2-1. However, VAR intervenes, and after a review, the goal is disallowed for offside. Moments later, the halftime whistle sounds.

45′ – The referee indicates a minimum of 5 minutes of stoppage time for the first half.

44′ – Drama unfolds as Nealis is shown his second yellow for a handball, resulting in his dismissal. The Red Bulls are visibly upset. Glesnes nearly doubles his tally, but his header narrowly misses the target.

41′ – The Red Bulls win a free kick, which is floated into the penalty area but is confidently cleared by the Union.

37′ – Lowe is shown a yellow card for a late tackle.

30′ – Play is halted as Lowe goes down, clutching his head. Medical staff rush onto the field to attend to him.

29′ – Equalizer for the Union! Glesnes capitalizes on a rebound, finding the back of the net after positioning himself perfectly off a corner.

24′ – Reyes, the Red Bulls’ second center-back, receives a yellow card.

21′ – The Union’s fourth corner is delivered into the box but is promptly cleared.

20′ – The Union are pressing, creating multiple chances. They win a corner, but before it’s taken, the referee intervenes to have a word with a few players.

14′ – The Union’s second corner quickly leads to a third. Elliott sends a cross into the mix, and Bedoya manages a shot, but it’s saved.

12′ – Goal for the Red Bulls. After an initial block by Lowe and a save by Blake, Fernandez pounces on the rebound to score.

6′ – Nealis of the Red Bulls is shown a yellow card after protesting a foul call in the center circle.

4′ – The Union win their first corner. Wagner delivers from the near flag, aiming for the penalty spot, but it’s cleared by New York.

3′ – The Red Bulls get an early shot on goal, but Blake makes the save. The offside flag goes up. Concerningly, Blake appears to be in pain, clutching his left knee.

1′ – Kickoff in Chester! The Union, donning their dark blues, defend the River End. Almost immediately, the Red Bulls earn a free kick due to a Bedoya foul.

Notes to read before the game

  1. Short-handed Union look to extend their unbeaten streak against Red Bull: After a disappointing performance against Toronto FC, the Philadelphia Union aims to bounce back against the New York Red Bulls. Despite recent challenges, including the potential season-ending injury of Leon Flach and suspensions for midfielders Jose Martinez and Jesus Bueno, the Union is determined to maintain their 11-game unbeaten streak against the Red Bulls. The match promises to be intense, with the Union’s coach, Jim Curtin, fueling the rivalry by referring to the Red Bulls as the “little brother.”
  2. Leon Flach to have potential season-ending surgery: Midfielder Leon Flach may be out for the rest of the season due to a hernia injury aggravated during the Union’s recent match against Toronto. Despite the setback, Coach Jim Curtin remains optimistic, hoping for Flach’s return by the playoffs. The Union faces challenges in the upcoming match against the New York Red Bulls, especially with the absence of key midfield players.
  3. Disasterclass in Toronto: Philadelphia Union fall 3-1 to last place Reds: The Philadelphia Union faced a tough loss against Toronto FC, with a final score of 3-1. Despite expectations of a win against one of MLS’s struggling teams, the Union’s performance was lackluster. Julian Carranza scored the only goal for the Union, while Jesus Bueno received a red card, sidelining him for the next match against the New York Red Bulls. The Union’s upcoming game will be challenging, with several key players potentially missing.
  4. The Rivalry Continues: With just over 100 miles seperating the two teams, the Philadelphia Union and the New York Red Bulls have crafted an intense rivalry. The history between these two clubs include some great moments, and a few players even swapping sides. With a regular-season record of 12 wins, 14 losses, and 8 draws, the Union has scored 41 goals while conceding 43 against the Red Bulls. The fortress that is Subaru Park, has witnessed more favorable outcomes, boasting 8 victories, 6 defeats, and 3 draws, with the Union netting 25 goals and letting in 23. However, the road games tell a slightly different story. The Union has faced challenges away from home, securing only 4 wins, enduring 8 losses, and settling for 5 draws, with a goal difference of 16 for and 20 against. Tonight’s game is the 35th time these two I-95 foes will meet in the regular season.
  5. Formidable Front Three: Just a glance at the league’s top scorers and one can’t help but notice the dominance of the Philadelphia Union’s front three. Julian Carranza, Daniel Gazdag, and Mikael Uhre aren’t just teammates; they’re a testament to the Union’s attacking. This season, they’ve set a benchmark – they’re the only trio where each has found the net at least eight times. With Carranza leading the pack at 11, followed closely by Gazdag with 10, and Uhre making his mark with 8, they’ve truly set the pitch alight.
  6. Historic Goal Scoring Feats: Daniel Gazdag, with his impeccable form, now finds himself in the esteemed company of forward C.J. Sapong, both having etched their names as the second-highest goal scorers in Union’s illustrious history with 36 goals apiece. Gazdag’s finesse is particularly evident when he’s at the penalty spot. This season alone, he’s converted nine, equalling the all-time MLS record for most penalty goals in a single season. And Julian Carranza, not one to be overshadowed, after his latest strike on Wednesday, has catapulted himself into a tying fourth-highest goals, with a commendable tally of 25.

Starting Lineups

Philadelphia Union

New York Red Bulls

Injuries/Absences

Philadelphia Union Logo  Philadelphia Union

  • OUT: Leon Flach (abdominal)
  • SUSPENSION: Jesus Bueno

New York Red Bulls logoNew York Red Bulls

  • OUT: Serge Ngoma (hamstring)
  • OUT: Lewis Morgan (hip)
  • QUESTIONABLE: Steven Sserwadda (knee)
  • QUESTIONABLE: Dylan Nealis (hip)
  • QUESTIONABLE: Dante Vanzeir (thigh)
  • QUESTIONABLE: Elias Manoel (foot)

How to Watch

Where: Subaru Park; Chester
When: 7:55 p.m.; Sunday, September 3, 2023
Streaming: Apple TV – Free,FS1
English Announcers: Steve Cangialosi, Danny Higginbotham
Spanish Announcers: Sergio Ruiz, Francisco Pinto
Radio: 97.5 The Fanatic (Dave Leno, Sheanon Williams)
How to listen to home radio broadcast on MLS Season Pass

Officials

Referee: Rubiel Vazquez
Ast. Referee 1: Matthew Nelson
Ast. Referee 2: Eric Weisbrod
Fourth official: Rosendo Mendoza
VAR: Edvin Jurisevic
Ast. VAR: TJ Zablocki
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Sean Sullivan is an Associate Editor for Philadelphia Soccer Now/Brotherly Game, where he has spent the past few years covering game day events for the Philadelphia Union. In his day job, he oversees creative and studio production for a corporate event streaming company based in the Philadelphia region.

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