The Union weren’t in action this weekend as they prepare for the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals against Club America, but there was plenty of action in MLS’ week 23. Ronaldo made big waves scoring a brace in his Man U return, while Liverpool got a big win over Leeds.
The Union had a break from league action as they returned from Mexico City. The rest of the league provided some fireworks, with CJ Sapong bagging 2 goals against DC. The Bundesliga and Premier League returned back to action, with some surprises provided on Week 1.
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Goals from Haris Medunjanin and Cory Burke powered the Union into the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Cup, defeating rivals New York Red Bulls 2-1.