Those that stayed up late were rewarded with an instant classic in Southern California.
Union match reports
Match report: FC Dallas 2-0 Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia opened a new campaign with a 2-0 defeat in Frisco, Texas.
Match report: Atlanta United 2-0 Philadelphia Union
The Union’s season came to an end, as they fell 2-0 to Atlanta United in the second round of the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Match report: Philadelphia Union 4-3 New York Red Bulls
The Union won their first ever playoff game with a dramatic 4-3 extra time win over New York Red Bulls, sealing one of the biggest postseason comebacks in MLS history.
Match report: Philadelphia Union 1-2 NYCFC
Union fall to NYCFC in the last regular season game of the season.
Match report: Columbus Crew SC 2-0 Philadelphia Union
The Union waste their opportunities, falling 2-0 in Columbus and to third place in the standings.