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.
The Union got of the nation’s capital with a 1-0 win over D.C United, while most of the league was in action in Saturday, while several USMNT players saw Champions League places secured.
The Philadelphia Union earned their first win of the MLS season topping the Chicago Fire. MLS week 4 provided plenty of action and some history. Bayern Munich are champions, while Man City and Lille are still fighting for their trophies.
The Union are preparing for leg 2 of the Champions League against Atlanta United tonight, while leg 2 of the UEFA Champions League semifinals kicks off this afternoon. Owen Otasowie got a run out for Wolves, while Brunley fell to West Ham.
The Union fell at home again, this time 2-0 to NYCFC. Union II also tasted defeat on the road in Pittsburgh, 4-2. There was a lot of takeaways in MLS action from Saturday, with CCL teams struggling mightly. Fan protests postponed Man U – Liverpool as fans breached the pitch before warmups.