Philadelphia Union

Stas Korzeniowski signed to first team contract with Philadelphia Union

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2 weeks ago

January 21, 2026

Philadelphia Union II forward Stas Korzeniowski celebrates his first half goal for Union II in a 2-1 playoff win over FC Cincinnati 2

Photo by Don Robson

A day after scoring the Union’s first goal of preseason, forward Stas Korzeniowski’s promotion to the first team has been formally announced.

The former University of Pennsylvania star and 2024 MLS SuperDraft pick led Union II in scoring in his rookie season with 12 goals in 25 appearances across all competitions. He was red hot late in the season, scoring 9 goals over the final seven matches of the season.

“Stas has earned this opportunity through his consistency, work ethic, and contributions in front of goal,” Philadelphia Union Head Coach Bradley Carnell said in a news release. “He continued to make steady progress with Union II, and his hold-up play, physical presence, and finishing ability add depth to our attacking group.”

The 22-year-old from Skillman, N.J. was signed to a one-year deal with club options for 2027 and 2028.

Korzeniowski scored 32 goals and added 17 assists in 69 appearances over four seasons at Penn. Returning for his senior season after being drafted, he led the Quakers with 12 goals and 26 points, earning Ivy League Offensive Player of the Year honors and First Team All-Ivy recognition.

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Matthew Ralph

Matthew Ralph is the managing editor of Philadelphia Soccer Now. He's covered soccer at all levels for a decade in the Philadelphia region and has also written for TheCup.us, NPSL, PrepSoccer and other publications. He lives with his wife and two young children in Broomall, Pa., but grew up in South Jersey and is originally from Kansas.