KAI WAGNER NEWS

Team's progress leads to Best XI nods for Union's Kai Wagner, Jakob Glesnes Union defenders Jakob Glesnes and Kai Wagner were voted to the league’s Best XI by media, players and clubs, released Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 6 • MCALL.COM

Stuff's stat sheet in win Wagner had one assist, created two chances, seven crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Chicago.

Impact Wagner now has seven or more crosses in his last three appearances as he continues to run as Philadelphia's main set-piece taker. While that has not resulted in many assists (zero in his previous seven appearances), Wagner continues to create chances for his teammates. On Saturday it paid off with a brilliant assist for Wagner on Tai Baribo's 16th minute strike. The defender also finished the day with 10 clearances and two corners. If Philadelphia can get contributions like this from Wagner, they could be in for a deep MLS playoff run.

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

Philadelphia Union visit D.C. United after shutout victory

A game after shutting out the New England Revolution 1-0, the Philadelphia Union visit D.C

SEPTEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Eight crosses in 1-0 win Wagner generated one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 win over New England Revolution.

Impact Wagner created four chances thanks to four of his eight crosses being completed in the game. He also took four corners to continue his run as Philadelphia's main set-piece taker. In total, he has provided nine assists and scored twice.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union play the New England Revolution in conference matchup

The Philadelphia Union host the New England Revolution in conference play

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Scores, assists versus Chicago Wagner scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win over Chicago Fire.

Impact Wagner scored his second goal in the season in the 64th minute to double Philadelphia's lead. The left-back later logged his ninth assist in 2025 for the club as well. He also led his side in crosses as usual during the match.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union scores four times to end Fire's five-game unbeaten streak CHESTER, Pa. — Kai Wagner and Milan Iloski each had a goal and an assists, Tai Baribo also scored a goal and the Philadelphia Union beat Chi...

AUGUST 24 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Wagner and Iloski each have 1 goal and 1 assist, Union beats Fire 4-0

Kai Wagner and Milan Iloski each had a goal and an assists, Tai Baribo also scored a goal and the Philadelphia Union beat Chicago 4-0 to snap the Fire’s five-game unbeaten streak

AUGUST 24 • Associated Press

Active on both sides of ball Wagner took three off target shots, crossed nine times (two accurate), created three chances and made seven tackles (winning five) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Wagner was active on both sides of the ball, leading Philadelphia in shots, crosses, chances created and tackles. The fullback has one assist to go along with four shots, four chances created and 32 crosses over his last three appearances.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in crosses in draw Wagner had eight crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd minute.

Impact Wagner took all of Philadelphia's set pieces, which allowed him to raise his numbers even without a clean sheet or assist. Furthermore, his five tackles were one shy of his season-high mark. With consistent playing time and output in both attacking and defensive stats, he's one of the most complete full-backs in the competition heading into the decisive stage of the campaign.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Cross for assist Wagner assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), 15 crosses (four accurate) and 11 corners in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact One of Wagner's four accurate crosses found Tai Baribo, who kickstarted the Union comeback that led to their latest win. For 2025, the assist marks Wagner's eighth. Once again, Wagner had a solid month, with his July including two assists on 33 corners and 22 accurate crosses.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Uhre scores 2 late goals, Union beat Rapids, extend their home unbeaten streak to 11

Mikael Uhre subbed on in the 73rd minute and score two goals, Tai Baribo also scored a goal and the Philadelphia Union beat the Colorado Rapids 3-1

JULY 27 • Associated Press

Delivers assist on Wednesday Wagner provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created three chances, sent in 11 crosses (three accurate) and made four tackles (three won), two clearances, three interception...

Impact Wagner had another impressive display on the attacking end, creating for teammates from both open play and set pieces. The assist for Olwethu Makhanya to score the game-winning goal in the 50th minute was the seventh of the year for the left-back, who was also brilliant on the less glamourous side of the ball. With three or more tackles in eight of his last nine starts, Wagner has been a huge two-way fantasy asset and is currently on pace to set new career highs for all defensive categories.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Tai Baribo, rookie Olwethu Makhanya lead Union to 2-1 victory over Montreal

Tai Baribo scored his 14th goal and rookie defender Olwethu Makhanya scored the first of his career early in the second half to lead the Philadelphia Union to a 2-1 victory over CF...

JULY 17 • Associated Press

Main creator for Philadelphia Wagner crossed 12 times (five accurate), created five chances and blocked a shot during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Wagner was held off the scoresheet despite leading the Union in crosses, chances created and blocks during the win. The fullback hasn't had a goal involvement since May 28th, but has combined for 10 chances created and 34 crosses over his last three appearances.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Vassilev and Damiani score early to lead Philadelphia's 2-0 win over Red Bulls

Indiana Vassilev and Bruno Damiani scored in the first half and the Philadelphia Union went on to defeat the New York Red Bulls 2-0

JULY 13 • Associated Press

New York Red Bulls take draw streak into matchup against the Philadelphia Union

The New York Red Bulls face the Philadelphia Union after playing to a draw in three consecutive games

JULY 11 • Associated Press

13 crosses in loss Wagner sent in 13 crosses (five accurate), created four chances, and took one shot in Saturday's 1-0 loss at Nashville. He also picked up a yellow card for the second consecutive m...

Impact Wagner was active on both ends of the pitch, per usual, but he couldn't do enough to keep the Union from suffering their second straight 1-0 loss. He'll look to help Philadelphia bounce back in their upcoming home stand with four of their next five matches at home, beginning with an Eastern Conference clash with the New York Red Bulls.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Mukhtar's stoppage time PK goal helps Nashville beat Union 1-0 for 4th straight win

Hany Mukhtar converted from the penalty spot in the 11th minute of stoppage time and Nashville SC beat the Philadelphia Union 1-0 for their fourth consecutive win

JULY 6 • Associated Press

Nine crosses Sunday Wagner had nine crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 65th minute.

Impact Wagner was the only productive Philadelphia attacker Sunday as he recorded nine crosses for the 12th time this season. He also created one chance and took three corners. On the defensive end he won three duels, made one clearance and won one tackle as he played the full 90 minutes once again.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Evan Bush secures Columbus' first clean sheet since March and the Crew beat the Union 1-0

Mohamed Farsi scored in first-half stoppage time, Evan Bush secured Columbus’ first clean sheet since March, and the Crew beat the Philadelphia Union 1-0 for their third straight v...

JUNE 30 • Associated Press

Eight crosses in 1-0 win Wagner recorded eight crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 1-0 victory over Chicago Fire.

Impact Wagner attempted eight crosses, which was the first time in the last six matches that he has had less than 10 crosses in a match. He took three corners, which was also the fewest in the last seven matches.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

23 crosses in draw Wagner logged a whopping 23 crosses and put in nine corner kicks in Philadephia's 0-0 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact The defender created six chances and also had three tackles to go along with his service, but couldn't get the key assist to give Philadelphia three points. Wagner should continue delivering strong service against Charlotte FC, a team which has allowed 27 goals so far this MLS season.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

Kai Wagner sets up tying goal and scores the winner as the Union defeat Toronto 2-1

Kai Wagner set up the tying goal and scored the winner as the Philadelphia Union rallied to beat Toronto FC 2-1 on Wednesday night

MAY 29 • Associated Press