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5d ago

Union Stun Galaxy with First Home Win in 16-Year History

Tai Baribo's stoppage-time goal completed a dramatic comeback as Philadelphia rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat the winless defending champions 3-2.

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Overview

  • Philadelphia Union secured their first-ever home victory over the LA Galaxy, overcoming a 2-0 halftime deficit to win 3-2 at Subaru Park.
  • Tai Baribo scored twice in the second half, including the decisive goal in the sixth minute of stoppage time, bringing his season tally to a league-leading 10 goals.
  • The Galaxy extended the worst start by a defending MLS champion, falling to 0-10-3 despite Diego Fagúndez reaching the milestone of 75 goals and 75 assists in his career.
  • Jacob Glesnes and Nathan Harriel contributed key goals for the Union, who improved to an 8-3-2 record and extended their unbeaten streak to five matches.
  • The match highlighted contrasting trajectories: a surging Union squad versus a Galaxy team struggling with defensive lapses and tactical adjustments.