On Wednesday, I had the opportunity to follow our Boys in Blue to the Big Apple, capturing their thrilling match against New York City FC at Yankee Stadium. The last time I photographed the Union facing NYCFC, a raccoon hilariously interrupted the game during a home match, stealing the spotlight in what ended as a disappointing 1-2 loss for Philadelphia. However, this time was a completely different story.
Despite the unfamiliar turf, the Philadelphia Union put on an electrifying performance, dominating New York City FC with a stunning 5-1 victory on September 18, 2024.
With five games left in the season, the Union currently hold the 9th and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. They will return home this Sunday to take on DC United, where they’ll look to build on this momentum.
Photos by Ron Soliman
Philadelphia Union team greet their rivals – the New York City FC before their match in the Big Apple on September 18, 2024, at Yankee Stadium.
Philadelphia Union players huddle before the game.
Defender Nathan Harriel dribbles the ball while looking for a pass.
Philadelphia Union’s Midfielder Alejandro Bedoya and New York City FC’s forward Kevin O’Toole battle for a header.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre and New York City FC’s defender Tayvon Gray challenge for the ball.
Philadelphia Union’s defender Olivier Mbaizo leaps for a header.
Philadelphia Union’s defender Kai Wagner attempts to pass while New York City FC’s midfielder
tries to stop him.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Tai Baribo (far right) scores the first goal for the team during a match against New York City FC in the Big Apple on September 18, 2024, at Yankee Stadium.
New York City FC goal keeper Tomás Romero makes a dive but misses the ball marking the first goal of the night for the Philadelphia Union during a match at Yankee Stadium.
Philadelphia Union’s defender Kai Wagner leaps for a header but missed the ball while New York City FC’s defender Tayvon Gray tries to stop him.
Philadelphia Union’s Midfielder Alejandro Bedoya complains of a head injury.
New York City FC’s midfielder James Sands heads the ball away from their goal.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre dribbles the ball against New York City FC’s forward Mounsef Bakrar.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre kicks the ball and score against the New York City FC on Wednesday night.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre celebrates scoring for his team against the New York City FC on Wednesday night.
Philadelphia Union players celebrate with Mikael Uhre after scoring for his team against the New York City FC on Wednesday night.
Philadelphia Union’s Midfielder Alejandro Bedoya and New York City FC’s forward Kevin O’Toole battle for a header.
New York City FC’s midfielder James Sands and Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre leap for a header.
Philadelphia Union midfielder Dániel Gazdag celebrates with his team after scoring against New York City FC in the Big Apple on September 18, 2024, at Yankee Stadium.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre kicks the ball while New York City FC’s forward Mounsef Bakrar tries to stop him.
Philadelphia Union’s Midfielder Alejandro Bedoya kicks the bal away from their goal during a match with New York City FC.
New York City FC’s defender Tayvon Gray tries to snatch the ball from Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Tai Baribo make another attempt to score a goal during a match against New York City FC in the Big Apple on September 18, 2024, at Yankee Stadium.
Philadelphia Union’s forward Mikael Uhre tries to take contral of the ball against the New York City FC.
Philadelphia Union midfielder Dániel Gazdag celebrates with his team after scoring against New York City FC in the Big Apple on September 18, 2024, at Yankee Stadium.
Philadelphia Union’s Midfielder Alejandro Bedoya and New York City FC’s forward Kevin O’Toole battle for a header.
Philadelphia Union goal keeper Andrew Rick dives but fail to save the ball marking the first and only score by the New York City FC in the Big Apple on September 18, 2024, at Yankee Stadium.
Philadelphia Union’s midfielder Jack McGlynn kicks the ball during a match against New York City FC.
Philadelphia Union team celebrates a triumphant night with a stunning 5-1 victory over New York City FC in the Big Apple on September 18, 2024, at Yankee Stadium.
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