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News from September 2024

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Phillies secure playoff spot after decisive win over Mets

By Philly Leader | Sep 20, 2024

NEW YORK -- The Phillies clinched their third consecutive trip to the postseason following Friday’s 12-2 victory over the Mets at Citi Field. They celebrated the achievement, acknowledging the difficulty of winning in baseball and the importance of enjoying each step along the way.

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Chester High School fields first PIAA-sanctioned soccer team in over thirty years

By Philly Leader | Sep 20, 2024

The Philadelphia Union first team will not take the field until Sunday night, but there was no shortage of soccer action on Seaport Drive this week. The Chester Union played their fourth and final home game of the season at the WSFS Bank Sportsplex fields on Thursday evening.

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Eagles face challenging away game against undefeated Saints

By Philly Leader | Sep 20, 2024

The Eagles are set to play their first away game of the season at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, a venue where they have not secured a victory since 2007. The upcoming match against the New Orleans Saints, who currently hold a 2-0 record, comes after a tough loss for the Eagles to the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night.

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Union Academy players selected for U.S. U-16 national team camp

By Philly Leader | Sep 20, 2024

Philadelphia Union Academy members Marcelo Avalos and Malik Jakupovic have been called in for the United States Under-16 Men's Youth National Team Camp under new head coach Alex Aldaz.

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Andrew Rick makes crucial saves in Philadelphia Union victory

By Philly Leader | Sep 20, 2024

18-year-old homegrown goalkeeper Andrew Rick made his sixth start as a Philadelphia Union first-teamer on Wednesday night, making seven total saves when the team needed it most.

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Philadelphia police handled 1,216 property crimes in week ending Sept. 15

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in property crimes in the week ending Sept. 15, compared to the previous week.

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1 homicide reported in Philadelphia in week ending Sept. 8

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia experiences a decrease in homicides in the week ending Sept. 8, compared to the previous week.

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Philadelphia faces 143 armed robberies in last 4 weeks ending Sept. 8

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in armed robberies over the last four weeks ending Sept. 8, compared to the previous four-week period.

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Philadelphia faces 1,946 thefts of motor vehicle tags by Sept. 8

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in thefts of motor vehicle tags by Sept. 8, compared to the previous year.

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55.8% of college applicants to Philadelphia County's 35 universities were admitted for fall 2022

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia County's 35 universities admitted an estimated 55.8% of applicants for fall 2022, an increase over the previous year.

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Philadelphia Union faces New York City FC in Eastern Conference clash

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia Union continues a busy stretch of September matches as they battle Eastern Conference rivals New York City FC on Wednesday night. Kickoff from Yankee Stadium is set for 7:30 PM ET with the match broadcast on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV as well as on 97.5 The Fanatic radio, app, and website.

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Flyers commence training camp with rigorous skating tests under coach John Tortorella

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Flyers players hit the ice at Flyers Training Center in Voorhees for the first day of NHL training camp. As he has done throughout his NHL coaching career, John Tortorella set aside the first day of camp for an ultra-grueling skating test (three sets of eight laps apiece).

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Union defeat NYCFC with dominant performance

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia Union's key players set the tone early in the first half, leading to a decisive 5-1 victory over rivals New York City FC on Wednesday night.

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Former Eagles among Pro Football Hall of Fame nominees for Class of 2025

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced its initial list of 167 modern-era nominees for the Class of 2025. Former Eagles running back Darren Sproles is one of 20 players on the list with ties to the franchise. Sproles, who spent the final six seasons of his 15-year NFL career with the Eagles, was acquired in a trade with the Saints in 2014 and was recognized as one of the NFL's best punt returners, earning three consecutive Pro Bowl bids at the start of his tenure with the team. He led the league in both punt return yardage and touchdowns in 2014 and 2015.

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Samuel Adeniran secures first assist with Philadelphia Union against New York City FC

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

The latest Independence Blue Cross Achievement Unlocked of 2024 took place on Wednesday night as Philadelphia Union battled rivals New York City FC. Forward Samuel Adeniran picked up his first assist as a member of the Boys in Blue, connecting a quick counterattack buildup between himself, Quinn Sullivan, and Jesus Bueno for the fifth and final goal.

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Jim Curtin to address media after match against New York City FC

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia Union Head Coach Jim Curtin will speak shortly following the club's contest against Eastern Conference rivals New York City FC. The stream will begin shortly before Curtin begins speaking and will be streamed in its entirety from Yankee Stadium.

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Philadelphia Union secures decisive victory against New York City FC

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia Union brought its scoring boots to the Big Apple as five different Boys in Blue found the back of the net in a 5-1 victory over rivals New York City FC. Check out some of our top photos from the contest that took place at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, September 18.

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Kai Wagner ties Sebastian Le Toux as club's all-time assist leader

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Wednesday night’s 5-1 victory against New York City FC was a complete team effort, with notable performances from the team’s five goal scorers and 18-year-old keeper Andrew Rick. However, Kai Wagner emerged as an unsung game-changer. The 27-year-old German left back signed a long-term contract with Philadelphia during the 2023 offseason and has since been crucial to the team's success on both ends of the field. With his second-half assist to Jakob Glesnes, Wagner tied Sebastian Le Toux as the club’s all-time assist leader with his 50th in MLS play.

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Philadelphia Union secures dominant victory over New York City FC

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

Philadelphia Union's 5-1 win against New York City FC was a memorable night for fans, staff, and players as five different players scored to propel the team back into playoff contention. After the match, Head Coach Jim Curtin spoke with the media to discuss the important result.

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Eagles announce eighth annual autism challenge set for May

By Philly Leader | Sep 19, 2024

The Philadelphia Eagles have announced that the eighth annual Eagles Autism Challenge, presented by Lincoln Financial, will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field. All participant-raised funds from the event will benefit institutions conducting autism research and care.