Overview

• Mikael Uhre scored in the 40th minute off a Jovan Lukić feed to secure the decisive goal at Subaru Park.
• Andre Blake posted a two-save shutout for his ninth clean sheet of the season, with a late NYCFC equalizer waved off for offside.
• Philadelphia sits at 66 points with a 20-7-6 record and a league-low 33 goals conceded, reflecting the team’s defensive strength.
• The Shield confirms the No. 1 seed with home-field throughout the MLS playoffs and qualification for the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup and Leagues Cup.
• NYCFC’s bid for a top-four Eastern Conference seed is threatened entering Decision Day, as the Union visit Charlotte on Oct. 18 and New York hosts Seattle.