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Benjamin Bender - Picks up injury Bender is in the injury report prior to Saturday's season opener versus D.C. United, according to Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report.

Impact Bender barely played during the previous campaign, so his potential absence would limit the depth of the squad in upcoming contests. While Bender is currently a doubt for the next games, Milan Iloski and Indiana Vassilev should be the main options in attacking midfield roles.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Agustin Anello - Doubtful with muscle issues Anello could be sidelined in the initial games of the season because of minor muscular problems, Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report reports.

Impact Anello is being assessed by the team while he works on his recovery, but he's unlikely to play a major role even if he returns to full training in the short term. The 23-year-old joined Philadelphia from Uruguayan side Boston River in February, and could eventually serve as an alternative to Milan Iloski on the left wing.

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Jovan Lukic - Dealing with rib contusion Lukic is considered day to day while recovers from a rib contusion, Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report reports.

Impact Lukic might have to sit out Saturday's visit to D.C. United if he continues to struggle with the injury, in which case Jesus Bueno and Danley Jean Jacques should play in central midfield. The Serbian was a regular starter in the 2025 campaign, so it could be a serious blow to the team if he's sidelined for a lengthy period.

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Philadelphia Union, FC Cincinnati cruise in Champions Cup openers | MLSSoccer.com The Philadelphia Union and FC Cincinnati earned decisive victories, while Vancouver Whitecaps FC settled for a draw in their Concacaf Champi...

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Indiana Vassilev - Returns in Concacaf Vassilev (undisclosed) featured about 10 minutes in Wednesday's 5-0 win against Defence Force FC in the Concacaf Champions Cup, confirming he is back available for Philadelphia.

Impact Vassilev had been working his way back from an injury picked up during Philadelphia's preseason, but he looks to have put it behind him, logging about 10 minutes in Wednesday's Concacaf Champions Cup win. That late cameo is a strong indicator that he's trending in the right direction from a fitness standpoint. It's a welcome development for Philly, given how central he was last season, making 34 appearances with 23 starts while punching in six goals and adding two assists.

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Finn Sundstrom - Features in Concacaf Sundstrom (undisclosed) featured about 20 minutes in Wednesday's 5-0 win against Defence Force FC in the Concacaf Champions Cup, confirming he is back available for Philadelphia.

Impact Sundstrom was managing a minor knock during Philly's preseason, but he appears to have shaken it off in time for the club's first official match, logging around 20 minutes in Wednesday's win in the Concacaf Champions Cup. That cameo is an encouraging sign that he is trending in the right direction physically. This is a boost for Philadelphia as he gives the backline another reliable depth piece heading into the 2026 MLS season.

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Defence Force vs. Philadelphia Union: How to watch, stream Concacaf Champions Cup Leg 1 | MLSSoccer.com The Philadelphia Union visit Trinidad & Tobago's Defence Force FC on Wednesday night for a Concacaf Champions Cup Round One, Leg 1 clash.

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Finn Sundstrom - Questionable with minor issue Sundstrom is working on his recovery from a small injury ahead of the 2026 season kickoff, Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report reports.

Impact Sundstrom is likely to offer a depth option for the Union, so his absence wouldn't be a huge blow. However, he'll look to recover in upcoming weeks to give the team some backup behind Nathan Harriel and Olwethu Makhanya.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana Vassilev - Recovering from injury Vassilev was mentioned by coach Bradley Carnell as he's dealing with a minor injury according to Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report.

Impact Vassilev may be a minor doubt for the season opener against D.C. United, potentially limiting his team's power on the wings. He was a rather consistent starter at the end of the previous campaign, in which he scored six goals and two assists.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 10 • FOX SPORTS

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Philadelphia Union unveil the 1776 Kit | MLSSoccer.com The Philadelphia Union have unveiled their primary jersey ahead of the 2026 MLS season, the 1776 Kit by adidas.

FEBRUARY 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Philadelphia Union acquire forward Agustín Anello | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Philadelphia Union have acquired forward Agustín Anello from Uruguayan top-flight side Boston River, th...

FEBRUARY 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Philadelphia Union acquire Colombian defender Geiner Martínez | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Philadelphia Union have acquired defender Geiner Martínez from Uruguayan first-division side CA Juventu...

FEBRUARY 3 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Andre Blake - Appears in preseason friendly Blake made an appearance during the 2-1 preseason friendly loss to FC Nordsjaelland on Friday.

Impact Blake started the first half of Friday's preseason, having ended the 2025 season with an injury. The keeper will likely be ready to start the opener on Feb 22, as he prepares to play in his 12th season with the Union, and his 10th as a starter.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

'Younger but older' Nate Harriel ready to tackle paradox of Union preseason Nate Harriel is 24. This is his sixth preseason with the Philadelphia Union. The changes surrounding make him, ‘one of the younger but older...

JANUARY 13 • DELCOTIMES.COM

Philadelphia Union acquire Danish defender Japhet Sery Larsen | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Philadelphia Union have acquired defen der Japhet Sery Larsen from Norwegian top-flight side SK Brann,...

JANUARY 13 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Japhet Sery - Inks deal with Philly Sery has completed a transfer to Philadelphia from Brann, according to his new club.

Impact Sery is crossing the pond as he joins MLS play for the next few seasons, inking a deal with Philly through the 2028/29 season, with an option for the 2029/30 season. The 25-year-old joins with some experience, playing in Europa League matches, scoring four goals in 98 appearances all tine with Brann. This could lead him to a solid role with the club over the next few seasons, a tall defender to add to the backline.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union re-sign Alejandro Bedoya | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed The Philadelphia Union have re-signed veteran midfielder Alejandro Bedoya through the 2026 MLS season, th...

JANUARY 8 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Alejandro Bedoya - Extends Philadelphia tenure Bedoya has signed a one-year contract with the Union for the 2026 MLS season, the club announced Thursday.

Impact This will be Bedoya's 11th season with the club, and while he's no longer a regular starter, he could be a decent bench option given his experience. Bedoya isn't expected to be a regular asset in fantasy in most formats due to the limited role he'll have in Philly's midfield scheme.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union re-sign Ben Bender | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed The Philadelphia Union have re-signed midfielder Ben Bender through June 2027 with an option through June...

JANUARY 7 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Philadelphia Union transfer Kai Wagner to Birmingham City | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Transfer The Philadelphia Union have transferred left back Kai Wagner to EFL Championship side Birmingham City, the...

JANUARY 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Tom Brady's Birmingham Close to Signing Inter Miami Target—Report Tom Brady’s Birmingham City are closing on a deal for Philadelphia Union left back Kai Wagner, reports in Germany state—a player who has pre...

JANUARY 2 • SI.COM

George Marks - Signs new contract Marks signed a new contract with the Philadelphia Union for the 2026 MLS season.

Impact Marks will spent another season with the Union as their third-string goalkeeper. He's behind Andre Blake and Andrew Vincent Rick in the pecking order.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Harriel - Contract exercised Harriel had his contract picked up by Philadelphia for the 2026 MLS season.

Impact Harriel is firmly established as a steady presence on the right side of the defense for Philadelphia. This was his fourth consecutive campaign starting in at least 20 games. and that isn't expected to change in the 2026 MLS season. He ended the 2025 campaign with two goals, 13 chances created and 27 crosses while also adding a career-high 141 clearances, 44 tackles and a career-best 65 interceptions.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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