Philadelphia Union
Squad
Andre Blake2014current
Chris Pontius2015current
Maurice Edu2015current- Chris Pontius2016current
Ilsinho2016current
Roland Alberg2016current
Kacper Przybyłko2018current
Olivier Mbaizo2018current
Brenden Aaronson2019current
Jakob Glesnes2020current
Nathan Harriel2021current
Paxten Aaronson2021current
Mikael Uhre2022current- Andrés Guglielminpietrocurrent
Carlos Coronelcurrent
Cavan Sullivancurrent
Cory Burkecurrent
Alejandro Moreno2010–2010
Chris Seitz2010–2010
Danny Califf2010–2012
David Myrie2010–2010
Eduardo Coudet2010–2010
Fred Carreiro2010–2010
Jack McInerney2010–2014
Jordan Harvey2010–2011
Justin Mapp2010–2011
Michael Orozco Fiscal2010–2010
Carlos Ruiz2011–2011
Carlos Valdés2011–2015
Faryd Mondragón2011–2012
Freddy Adu2011–2013
Veljko Paunovićhshsjs2011–2011
Bakary Soumaré2012–2013
Chris Albright2012–2013
Gabriel Gómez2012–2012
Josué Martínez2012–2012
Conor Casey2013–2015
Jeff Parke2013–2013
José Kléberson2013–2013- Oka Nikolov2013–2013
- Clésio Bauque2014–2014
Cristian Maidana2014–2015- Fred Carreiro2014–2015
- Maurice Edu2014–2014
Raïs M'Bolhi2014–2015
C. J. Sapong2015–2018
Fernando Aristeguieta2015–2015
Steven Vitória2015–2015
Tranquillo Barnetta2015–2016
Auston Trusty2016–2019
Fabian Herbers2016–2018
Adam Najem2017–2018
Fafà Picault2017–2019
Haris Medunjanin2017–2019
Bořek Dočkal2018–2018
David Accam2018–2019
Mark McKenzie2018–2020
Joe Bendik2019–2024
Matt Freese2019–2023
Dániel Gazdag2021–2025
Jack McGlynn2021–2025
Damion Lowe2023–2024
The Philadelphia Union is a Major League Soccer club based in Chester, PA, known for its passionate fan base.
Founded on February 28, 2008, the Philadelphia Union began play in 2010 as an expansion team in MLS.
Before the Union, Philadelphia was represented by the Atoms and Fury in the NASL, with the Atoms winning the Soccer Bowl in 1973.
Biography
Formation
The Philadelphia Union is a professional soccer club based in Chester, Pennsylvania, that competes in Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the Eastern Conference. Founded on February 28, 2008, the Union began its journey as an expansion team in 2010, filling a significant gap in a metropolitan area that had been without a top-level soccer team since the NASL folded in 1984. The club's name, "Union," reflects the collective spirit of the Philadelphia area, and its home stadium, Subaru Park, is situated on the banks of the Delaware River, providing a picturesque backdrop for fans and players alike.
Historical Context
Before the Union's establishment, Philadelphia had a rich soccer history, with teams like the Philadelphia Atoms and Philadelphia Fury representing the city in the NASL during the 1970s. The Atoms notably won the Soccer Bowl in their inaugural season in 1973, and their goalkeeper, Bob Rigby, became the first soccer player to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated. However, after the NASL's demise, the region was left without professional soccer until the Union's formation, which marked a new era for the sport in Philadelphia.
Legacy
The Philadelphia Union has since become a vital part of the local sports culture, fostering a passionate fan base and contributing to the growth of soccer in the United States. The club's commitment to developing talent and engaging with the community has solidified its place in the fabric of Philadelphia sports, ensuring that the legacy of soccer in the region continues to thrive.
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Drive for expansion
Despite being one of the ten largest metropolitan areas in the country and a top-five media market, the Philadelphia area was not represented when Major League Soccer kicked off in 1996. Philadelphia was previously represented by the Philadelphia Atoms (1973–76) and Philadelphia Fury (1978–80) in the FIFA-backed, major professional North American Soccer League (NASL). The Atoms won the Soccer Bowl in their inaugural 1973 season. Philadelphia goalkeeper and Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, native Bob Rigby became the first soccer player to be featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated following the club's championship. The Atoms folded after the 1976 season, having been bought by Mexican owners whose plans to move the team to San Antonio were not approved by the league. The Atoms and the Fury both played at Veterans Stadium, though the Atoms played their final season in Philadelphia at Franklin Field. The NASL folded in 1984, leaving the United States without a top-level soccer league until Major League Soccer (MLS) began play in 1996. The first effort to bring professional soccer back to the Delaware Valley commenced in 2001, when a group of investors attempted to bring an MLS franchise to Trenton, New Jersey. The centerpiece of their efforts was a $31 million soccer-specific stadium to be built across the street from the CURE Insurance Arena and with access to the under-construction NJ Transit River Line. "Union FC" was the intended name for the…
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The Philadelphia Union are an American professional soccer club based in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The club competes in Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the Eastern Conference. Founded on February 28, 2008, the Union began playing in 2010 as an expansion team. The club's home stadium is Subaru Park, a soccer-specific stadium located in Chester, Pennsylvania, on the banks of the Delaware River.
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