Philadelphia Union II defeated FC Cincinnati 2 by a score of 1-0 on March 8 at Subaru Park, with defender Finn Sundstrom scoring the only goal in the first half. Goalkeeper George Marks recorded his second consecutive shutout for Philadelphia Union II.
The match highlights the continued strong performance of Philadelphia Union II early in the season, as they secured their second win and maintained a clean sheet. The team will next host CT United FC on March 15.
Sundstrom scored his first goal of the MLS NEXT Pro season in the 37th minute, assisted by midfielder Willyam Ferreira, who registered his first assist of the year. The defensive effort was supported by Marks, who has now kept two straight clean sheets. Disciplinary actions included three cautions for FC Cincinnati 2 players: Nathan Gray, Matt Miazga, and Ayoub Lajhar.
Philadelphia Union features a roster of professional players on its main team, according to the official website. The club achieved the Supporters’ Shield in 2020 for best regular-season performance in Major League Soccer, according to the official website. Its facilities include Subaru Park—a soccer-specific stadium located on a waterfront site in Chester—along with a training center and several practice fields, according to the official website.
Philadelphia Union functions as a professional soccer team in Major League Soccer, focused on representing the city in elite competition while fostering fan involvement, youth programs and community ties, according to the official website. The club provides professional soccer matches along with tickets and a team lineup to deliver competitive entertainment for supporters, according to the official website. Philadelphia Union operates within professional sports as part of Major League Soccer’s soccer sector, according to the official website.
Looking ahead, Philadelphia Union II will aim to continue their winning streak when they face CT United FC at home.
