Defender Olwethu Makhanya was named to the Major League Soccer Team of the Matchday after helping Philadelphia Union secure its first clean sheet of the season, according to an April 20 announcement.
Makhanya’s performance came during a match against D.C. United, where he led his team with eight clearances and made five recoveries. The Union defense did not allow a single shot on target in what was described as a strong showing in the I-95 rivalry between Philadelphia and D.C. United.
Philadelphia Union is recognized as a professional soccer team competing in Major League Soccer, representing the city at an elite level while supporting fan engagement and community programs according to the official website. The club features a roster of professional players on its main team according to the official website.
The team’s facilities include Subaru Park, which is described as a soccer-specific stadium located on a waterfront site in Chester, along with training centers and practice fields according to the official website. In addition to providing competitive matches for supporters through ticket sales and published lineups, Philadelphia Union also achieved notable success by winning the Supporters’ Shield in 2020 for best regular-season performance in Major League Soccer according to the official website.
Philadelphia continues its busy schedule with an upcoming away game against Toronto FC scheduled for Wednesday, April 22 at 7:30PM. The match will be available for viewing on Apple TV.
