US Open Cup final match report: Union 1-3 Sounders (AET)
The Union turned in a valiant effort, but eventually gave up two goals in extra time as the visiting Seattle Sounders took home the 2014 US Open Cup.
The Union turned in a valiant effort, but eventually gave up two goals in extra time as the visiting Seattle Sounders took home the 2014 US Open Cup.
The Union will play for the US Open Cup trophy at PPL Park on Tuesday. Can they triumph over three-time winners Seattle Sounders in the front of a raucous home crowd?
The Union were much, much better than New York. But there is nothing to do except put two lost points in the rearview and focus on Tuesday.
PSP photographer Paul Rudderow was on hand for a wet Saturday afternoon as Philadelphia Union came from two goals down to tie the New York Red Bulls 2-2.
Video of Jim Curtin’s postgame press conference and interviews with Danny Cruz, Pedro Ribeiro, Zac MacMath, Brian Carroll, and Ray Gaddis. Also, postgame quote sheet.
While the Union were left to rue conceding two soft goals, Jim Curtin can again take pride in the grit and determination of his side after they fought back for a 2-2 draw.
Coming off a midweek game, New York will play not to lose. Can the Union find a way through?
Ray Gaddis signs new contract that will see him remain with the Union through 2016.
Conor Casey and Andrew Wenger again found the back of the net, as the midfield of Cristian Maidana, Vincent Nogueira and Amobi Okugo showed just how dangerous this team can be down the stretch.
Postgame quotes from Jim Curtin, Conor Casey, and Andrew Wenger, as well as Toronto’s Greg Vanney, Nick Hagglund, and Michael Bradley.
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