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Olwethu Makhanya - Busy defensively in away defeat Makhanya had four tackles (two won), eight clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41st minute.

Impact Makhanya started the season in the starting lineup for Philadelphia after 26 games starting last season. He started with a tough away trip to D.C. United. He was busy making eight clearances, one block, two interceptions and won two of his four tackles. He started the season with a yellow card, having been given seven yellow cards and two red cards last season. He made eight or more clearances on seven occasions last season.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Agustin Anello - Three shots and two crosses as sub Anello registered three shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against D.C. United.

Impact Anello took three shots coming off the bench for the last 33 minutes but was unable to convert, and his side fell to a 1-0 defeat. This was his first MLS game, having transferred from Boston River in Uruguay. He scored 11 goals last season earning his transfer to the MLS.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Milan Iloski - Five shots in away loss Iloski had five shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus D.C. United.

Impact Iloski started the season with a five-shot game against D.C. United. He was unable to score, having scored 13 goals for his two clubs last season. He took five or more shots on four occasions last season, scoring six goals in these four matches. In all of these games, he had at least one goal involvement.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andre Blake - Concedes without a save Blake recorded no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss to D.C. United.

Impact Blake made his MLS return having misses the end of the 2025 season with an injury. He didn't make a save in the match but conceded the only goal of the match. Last season, he finished the season with nine clean sheets and made at least two saves in each of the last six games of the season.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

'Not Easy'— D.C. United Star Explains Controversial Celebration Against Former Team Tai Baribo scored on his D.C. United debut against the Philadelphia Union to start the 2026 MLS season.

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Tai Baribo's goal against former team helps DC United beat Union 1-0 in season opener

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Ezekiel Alladoh - Sent off in season opener Alladoh was shown a straight red card during Saturday's meeting with D.C. United.

Impact Alladoh left his side with 10 men after an argument in the second half of Saturday's clash. The forward must now serve a one-game suspension, becoming ineligible for the next game versus New York City FC, and could return to action in the subsequent fixture versus San Jose Earthquakes. His spot in the starting lineup and attacking duties may be covered by either Sal Olivas or Markus Anderson, with Bruno Damiani remaining the safest option in the front line.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Francis Westfield - Late scratch Saturday Westfield will no longer be in the squad to face D.C. United on Saturday, the club announced.

Impact Westfield appeared to be healthy after dealing with a muscular issue during the week, but he presumably felt discomfort again in warmups prior to the weekend game. The defender will consequently have to wait at least until the second week against NYC FC to make his season debut. Meanwhile, Finn Sundstrom will make a rare appearance at left-back.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Agustin Anello - On bench Saturday Anello (undisclosed) is on the bench in Saturday's game versus D.C. United.

Impact Anello is available after overcoming slight muscle problems, but he's expected to see limited action with Milan Iloski starting in the initial stage of the campaign. The 23-year-old recently transferred to the Union from Uruguayan club Boston River, where he tallied nine goals and three assists over 34 league games in 2025.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Francis Westfield - Doubt for opener Westfield (hamstring) is a doubt for Saturday's season opener against D.C. United, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Westfield is trending as a doubt for Saturday's season opener against D.C. United as he continues to manage a lingering hamstring issue. The full-back is shaping up to be a true game-time call and will likely need to clear a late fitness test before the coaching staff gives him the green light. If he cannot go, it would be a real blow for Philadelphia, as he is projected to lock down the starting left-back spot heading into the 2026 MLS season and his absence would force an immediate adjustment to the starting XI. In that scenario, Finn Sundstrom or Olivier Mbaizo would be in line for a larger role and a bump in minutes.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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.

4 DAYS 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.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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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.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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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.

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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.

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