Union II fought back from a one-goal deficit in the first half to win its first road match of the season behind a brace from striker Nelson Pierre and seven saves from keeper Brooks Thompson.
Two set pieces by Union II defeated New York City FC II on a gorgeous spring evening at Subaru Park.
Union II fought back from a two goal deficit at halftime to take a 3-2 lead in the 72nd minute, but conceded an equalizer in stoppage time and lost the penalty kick shootout 5-4 to Chicago Fire II.
Nine Union first-teamers started for the reserves, but the visitors left Subaru Park with a narrow victory.
The reserve side returns from Florida with its first shootout win of the season.
The Union’s reserve side won their first MLS NEXT Pro match on Sunday afternoon behind goals from Carlos Paternina and Jesus Bueno.
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