Philadelphia Union Defeat Necaxa 3-1 in Leagues Cup Group Stage
The Philadelphia Union secured a 3-1 victory against Liga MX's Necaxa in a Leagues Cup group stage match at Subaru Park. Goals from Cavan Sullivan, Nathan Harriel, and Bruno Damiani secured the win for the Union.
Philadelphia, PA, August 9, 2026 —
CHESTER, Pa. – The Philadelphia Union earned a 3-1 victory over Mexican club Necaxa in a Leagues Cup group stage match played at Subaru Park. The Major League Soccer side scored three goals to secure the win in the early stage of the tournament.
The Union found the back of the net through goals from Cavan Sullivan, Nathan Harriel, and Bruno Damiani. Each of these players contributed to the team’s offensive output, ultimately leading to the three-goal total.
The match was part of the Leagues Cup, a tournament that features clubs from Major League Soccer and LIGA MX. The competition provides an opportunity for teams from the two leagues to compete against each other during the summer months.
The venue for the match was Subaru Park, located in Chester, Pennsylvania, which serves as the home stadium for the Philadelphia Union. The result gives the Union points in the group stage standings as they continue their campaign in the tournament.
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