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Philadelphia Union Clinch Supporters' Shield as Kai Wagner Caps Standout MLS Season

The German left back’s rise into FotMob’s top three has renewed discussion of his suitability for the national team.

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Kai Wagner im Trikot von Philadelphia
Kai Wagner führt Philadelphia Union zum Erfolg und wird als Nationalspieler gehandelt.

Overview

  • Philadelphia beat New York City FC 1–0 on Saturday to seal the Supporters' Shield and the No. 1 playoff seed, finishing ahead of Inter Miami and Vancouver.
  • Wagner’s 2025 production is reported as either 9 assists and 2 goals in 30 league games or 11 assists and 2 goals in 31 games, reflecting differing counts across outlets.
  • The analytics service FotMob ranks Wagner as the league’s third-best player this season, trailing Lionel Messi and Evander Ferreira.
  • Wagner said being mentioned for Germany selection is an honor but emphasized he is focused on his club performances.
  • The 28-year-old has anchored Philadelphia since arriving from Germany in 2019, with a reported €5 million market value and about 248 competitive appearances in the U.S.