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In pictures: Philadelphia Union 1-2 Inter Miami CF

The Philadelphia Union experienced a tough 2-1 defeat at Subaru Park in Chester, PA, facing off against Inter Miami CF on June 15, 2024. Despite the nine-man lineup of Inter Miami CF and the notable absence of star players Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Matias Rojas, who are currently competing in the Copa America, the match was brimming with intensity and action as both teams fiercely vied for success. Although the Philadelphia Union displayed resolute determination against the nine-man Inter Miami CF, their efforts fell short of clinching a victory, leaving fans of the Union feeling disheartened. Here are some photos from the match.

Photography by Ron Soliman

Super Bowl LII champion Rod McLeod bangs the drums before the start of the match between Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami CF.

A Philadelphia Union fan waves a flag in support of the boys in blue as they take on Inter Miami CF on June 15, 2024, at Subaru Park in Chester, PA.

A color guard stands at attention during the National Anthem in the game between Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami CF on June 15, 2024, at Subaru Park in Chester, PA.

Philadelphia Union players stand at attention behind young fans during the National Anthem.

Soccer fans try to catch Philadelphia Union shirts being thrown at them as part of the fun before the game.

Inter Miami CF players stand at attention behind young fans during the National Anthem. Their star players Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Matias Rojas are not playing because they are currently competing in the Copa America.

Super Bowl LII champion Rod McLeod cheers up the crowd after banging the drums before the start of the match between Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami CF.

Philadelphia Union players huddle before the game.

Kai Wagner leaps for a header as Marcelo Weigandt tries to steal the ball.

Mikael Uhre is celebrated by his teammates after scoring a goal.

Nathan Harriel tries to take control of the ball.

Nathan Harriel tries to block Julian Gressel.

Mikael Uhre is celebrated by his teammates after scoring a goal.

Marcelo Weigandt kicks the ball as Kai Wagner and Quinn Sullivan try to stop him.

Kai Wagner and Leonardo Campana rush to take control of a pass.

Jeremy Rafanello of the Philadelphia Union attempts to score a goal.

Jack McGlynn takes control of the ball as Yannick Bright tries to intercept.

Yannick Bright leaps for a header.

Benjamin Cremaschi tries to get away with the ball.

Alejandro Bedoya attempts to score a goal with a header as goalkeeper Drake Callender prepares to save.

A referee shows Inter Miami CF players a yellow card during their match against Philadelphia Union.

Alejandro Bedoya and Benjamin Cremaschi leap up to take control of the ball.

Marcelo Weigandt kicks the ball as Leon Flach tries to block him.

Nathan Harriel jumps for a header.

Inter Miami CF goalkeeper Drake Callender dives to save a goal against Philadelphia Union.

Jordi Alba of Inter Miami CF tries to take control of the ball as Jesús Bueno and Sergii Kryvtsov look on.

Sergio Busquets of Inter Miami CF tries to stop Tai Baribo of Philadelphia Union from scoring a goal.

As Leonardo Campana and Sergio Busquets look on Kai Wagner jumps for a header.

Sergio Busquets of Inter Miami CF tries to stop Tai Baribo of Philadelphia Union from scoring a goal.

Philadelphia Union Head Coach Jim Curtin complains to the referee during a match between Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami CF.

Leonardo Campana appears to push Kai Wagner during the match between Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami CF.

Inter Miami CF players celebrate after scoring a goal and leading against Philadelphia Union 2-1.

Olivier Mbaizo shows his frustration after their loss against Inter Miami CF.

Philadelphia Union Head Coach Jim Curtin looks down showing his frustration after their loss against Inter Miami CF.

Inter Miami CF goalkeeper Drake Callender celebrates their win with his teammates during a match against Philadelphia Union.

Though they lost the game against Inter Miami CF, Mikael Uhre, who scored a goal at the game, is celebrated by his daughter the day before Father’s Day on June 15, 2024, at Subaru Park in Chester, PA.

 

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