Philadelphia Union opened their 2016 home season with an emphatic 3-0 win over a 10-man New England side despite missing two penalty kicks. CJ Sapong had a brace and Sebastien Le Toux finished off the scoring.
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Preview: Union vs New England Revolution
Both Philly and New England have yet to establish an identity this season. The Union will look to build on last week’s win as they aim for the first of (at least) ten home victories in 2016.
Blake called up by Jamaica for World Cup qualifiers
Blake will not miss any Union games while away on international duty, March 21-30.
Analysis & player ratings: Columbus Crew 1-2 Philadelphia Union
The Union’s defensive organization gave them a chance to win on Saturday, and Chris Pontius did the rest.
Postgame quotes: Crew 1-2 Union
Jim Curtin, Andre Blake, and Chris Pontius on the Union’s first-ever win in Columbus.
Match Report: Columbus Crew SC 1-2 Philadelphia Union
The Union spoiled the homecoming party for Columbus Crew SC, pulling out a 2-1 win behind a brace from offseason acquisition Chris Pontius and more heroics from ascendant goalkeeper Andre Blake.