The Union fell short, losing on penalty kicks.
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USOC final preview: Philadelphia Union vs Sporting Kansas City
Philly needs the US Open Cup to push them to the next phase of a long rebuilding process. Kansas City needs it to jumpstart them out of another late season lull. PPL Park was electric in the 2014 final, and it will be again tonight.
Player ratings & (brief) analysis: Revolution 1-1 Union
The Union sat back and absorbed New England’s pressure. They earned a point through Andre Blake’s heroism and Fernando Aristeguieta’s fine finish, but they will need to transition with much more success to trouble Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday.
Postgame quotes: Revolution 1-1 Union
Postgame comments from Jim Curtin, Fernando Artisteguieta, and Andre Blake.
Match report: New England Revolution 1-1 Philadelphia Union
Fernando Aristeguieta and Andre Blake were the heroes as the Union earned a road point against New England Saturday night.
Preview: Union at New England Revolution
Philly will be peeking ahead to the USOC final, but New England needs points to secure the best playoff spot in a tight race. It all adds up to a one-sided contest, but the Union can use this match to improve their defensive shape against a team that moves well in the final third.