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Union Visit Charlotte on Decision Day With Club Record in Reach, Hosts Playing to Secure Top-Four Seed

Philadelphia plans to release youngster Cavan Sullivan to the U-17 World Cup, a move that could affect depth early in the playoffs.

Overview

  • Philadelphia has already clinched the Supporters' Shield, guaranteeing home field throughout the MLS Cup playoffs.
  • A victory would give the Union 69 points at 21-7-6, the highest regular-season total in club history.
  • Charlotte can clinch a first-round home series with a win and could fall to sixth in the East with a loss.
  • Manager Bradley Carnell says the Union will prioritize finishing the season as the most successful team in club history.
  • The Union arrive on three straight shutout wins, with Tai Baribo on 16 goals and Mikael Uhre scoring in recent matches.