Sebastien Le Toux put the Union ahead, but Fabian Espindola finished a penalty drawn by Patrick Nyarko to tie the match. The Union were the better side but faded in the second half.
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Preseason recap: Union 2-4 Fire
The Union fell to Chicago 4-2 in their first preseason match against MLS competition.
Union re-sign Sapong to a three-year deal
Union sign their highest goalscorer in 2015 to a new long-term deal.
PSP talks to Yosef Samuel
Yosef Samuel was a standout performer against Jacksonville Armada. PSP talks to the Union academy member about his path to Philly and his goals for this season.
Union acquire goalkeeper Matt Jones on loan
Union add to goalkeeper depth with signing of English-born goalkeeper who has Portuguese Primeira Liga experience and a green card.
Recap: Armada 1-0 Union
An 80th minute goal for the hosts handed Philadelphia Union a 0-1 loss in their 2016 preseason opener. 31 players saw the field for the Union, though few stood out on a windy and rainy night.