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USA's Matt Freese Helps NYCFC Set Up MLS East Final Showdown with Messi, Miami

Thanks to Matt Freese's efforts, NYCFC will now take on Lionel Messi and Inter Miami for a chance to clinch a spot in the MLS Cup final.

NOVEMBER 24 • FOX SPORTS

Leaves with injury against NYCFC Blake was forced off with an apparent muscle discomfort during Sunday's 1-0 loss to New York City FC.

Impact Blake felt some pain after stopping a shot near the 60th minute of Sunday's matchup, and he was unable to play further, causing great concern for Philadelphia. The keeper has been a regular presence for both his club and the Jamaican national team lately, although neither has games scheduled for the next couple of months, giving him time to work on his recovery. Currently, Andrew Vincent Rick is the first replacement option on the roster. Prior to the blow, Blake tallied 55 saves, 20 goals conceded and nine clean sheets across 24 MLS starts in 2025.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Secures clean sheet Blake made two saves on 11 shot attempts and gave up no goals to secure the clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Chicago.

Impact Blake was at his best on Sunday, even though he was rarely tested, only facing two shots on target, both saves were at crucial times and kept his team's season alive. With the win the Union swept their first round playoff series 2-0. Blake and the Union will face the winner of Charlotte and New York in the MLS semi finals starting November 23rd.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Tai Baribo scores 2 goals, Union beats Fire 3-0 to sweep first-round series

Tai Baribo scored two early goals and the Philadelphia Union beat the Chicago Fire 3-0 to sweep the best-of-three first-round series in the MLS Cup playoffs

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Concedes two against Chicago Blake had three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 (6-4) penalty shootout victory versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Blake would allow two goals despite his three saves Sunday, coming close to a clean sheet but being beaten twice in the final 10 minutes of play. This is two straight games without a clean sheet for the goalie, coming after three straight games with a clean sheet. He will look to complete the clean sheet next time out, now heading to Chicago for the second leg.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Union forced to PKs by Fire but prevail behind Jesus Bueno, Andre Blake in Game 1 It was more difficult than it needed to be Sunday night at Subaru Park, but Jesus Bueno’s penalty in the shootout sealed the Union’s win in...

OCTOBER 27 • DELCOTIMES.COM

Jesús Bueno scores winner in PK shootout as Union hold off Fire in first-round opener of MLS Cup

Jesús Bueno scored the decisive goal in a penalty-kick shootout after Philadelphia blew a two-goal lead late and the top-seeded Union beat the Chicago Fire in a best-of-three first...

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Beaten twice in loss Blake registered three saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Charlotte FC.

Impact It's hard to blame Blake for any of the two goals he conceded, as the finishes from both Wilfried Zaha (suspension) and Kerwin Vargas deserve credit and the Jamaican couldn't have done anything to deny them. Blake ends the regular season with 48 goals conceded and eight clean sheets across 21 starts.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC beats the Union 2-0 to clinch a top 4 seed in the playoffs

Wilfried Zaha and Kerwin Vargas scored six-minutes apart in the first half, Kristijan Kahlina recorded his 12th clean sheet of the season, and Charlotte FC beat the Philadelphia Un...

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Secures clean sheet Blake registered two saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 win versus New York City FC.

Impact Blake recorded his eighth clean sheet of the season after an easy game vs NYCFC. Injuries within the last two seasons has diminished the keeper's appearances, failing to play in 30+ MLS games, including the playoffs, since 2023.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Union beat NYCFC 1-0 to clinch Eastern Conference and Supporters' Shield races

Mikael Uhre scored in the first half and Andre Blake made it stand up as the Philadelphia Union beat New York City FC 1-0 to win the Eastern Conference and the Supporters’ Shield f...

OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Registers clean sheet Blake recorded four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 6-0 win versus D.C. United.

Impact Blake captured a clean sheet whilst making a clearance. He has recorded nine saves and three clearances in the last four games. Next, he takes on New York City FC, who have scored eight times in the last four games.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

One save in 1-0 win Blake recorded one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win against New England Revolution.

Impact Blake returned from his hamstring injury with a clean sheet, making it six clean sheets in his 18 starts this season. In his last two clean sheets, he has only needed to make one save in each game.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Bruno Damiani scores in 71st, Andre Blake makes key save in stoppage time as the Union beat the Revs

Bruno Damiani scored in the 71st minute for his sixth goal of the season, Andre Blake made a key save in stoppage time and the Philadelphia Union beat the New England Revolution 1-...

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Returns to starting lineup Blake (hamstring) is in the starting lineup to face New England on Saturday.

Impact Blake is back in the squad and will return to the starting lineup right away, sending Andrew Vincent Rick to the bench. This is Blake's first start since Aug. 16, and it will mark his return after a three-game absence.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Did not make squad sheet Blake (hamstring) was not an option during the 7-0 loss to Vancouver on Sunday.

Impact Blake was said to be available Sunday, however he was a late scratch off the team sheet as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. Instead, Andrew Vincent Rick got the start again, who had an abysmal performance vs Vancouver on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Blake (hamstring) is available for selection, coach Bradley Carnell said to the media, according to Har Journalist. "Yeah still reintegrating and we'll make a decision tomorrow on...

Impact Blake trained with the team this week and will face a late fitness call ahead of Saturday's clash against the Whitecaps. That said, the coach confirmed he is available for selection for now, meaning there is a strong chance the Jamaican will start in goal on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Blake (hamstring) is back in team training, according to manager Bradley Carnell, per Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report. "He started training with us this week. He's had two good days...

Impact Blake looks to be the furthest along in his recovery he has been yet, with the goalie training and seeing his best sessions yet. This should leave a return to action just a week or two away if he continues this trend after missing their past two games. That said, he will likely look for a return when facing Vancouver on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted on grass Blake (hamstring) was training on grass Thursday but did minimal movements and is not ready to return yet, according to Philadelphia Union reporter Joe Tansey.

Impact Blake stepped on the grass for the first time since being diagnosed with the hamstring injury, but he's in the early stages of his recovery process. A return timeline of around mid-September remains on the cards for the veteran goalkeeper, meaning Andrew Vincent Rick is expected to start between the posts for the Union as long as Blake remains out.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Out for few weeks Blake is set to miss the next few weeks with his hamstring injury, confirmed head coach Bradley Carnell per Philadelphia Union beat writer Jose Roberto Nunez.

Impact This is a huge loss to Philadelphia, as they are about to play in crucial MLS matches to determine a playoff spot. He has also been solid in net all season, allowing just 15 goals in 17 appearances, keeping five clean sheets with 38 saves. Andrew Vincent Rick will take over the keeping duties in his absence.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Saturday Blake left Saturday's match against New York Red Bulls after suffering an apparent muscular problem.

Impact Blake was replaced by Andrew Vincent Rick in the 28th minute of the match due to the issue. The veteran's fitness is now a major concern for the squad ahead of the next clash versus Chicago Fire, as he had started in six of the last seven MLS matchups. In case he's ruled out, his spot will most likely be filled by Rick in upcoming contests.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten once versus Toronto Blake recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC.

Impact Blake had some good reactions throughout the match but conceded a late header that left his team with just one point Saturday. He has allowed exactly one goal in five of his last six league starts while averaging two saves per game over that period. Up next is a meeting with New York Red Bulls, who have scored 41 goals in 26 MLS matches played this year.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Deandre Kerr scores in second-half stoppage time to rally Toronto to 1-1 draw with Union

Deandre Kerr scored in the first minute of stoppage time to rally Toronto FC to a 1-1 draw with the Philadelphia Union

AUGUST 10 • Associated Press

Zero saves, one goal conceded Blake registered no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact For the first time in 2025, Blake has logged zero saves. Even worse, the goalkeeper conceded yet another goal, which he has done six of his last seven times. After a league-wide respite, Blake's next chance at redemption is scheduled for Aug. 9 against Toronto FC.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three saves in win Blake made three saves and conceded one goal during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Montreal.

Impact Blake couldn't do much when Prince Owusu appeared completed unmarked inside the six-yard box to slot home a cross just before halftime. Other than that, the goalkeeper was solid as usual to help his team winning all three points in play. Availability has been Blake's lone issue as he's missed games due to injury or serving his national team, but consistency is there when he plays as he's not allowed multiple goals in any of his last nine starts while keeping four clean sheets during the stretch.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE