Union strive to continue sizzling run in clash vs. Revolution

The Philadelphia Union are looking to extend an impressive unbeaten streak as they host the New England Revolution on Saturday in Chester, Pennsylvania. With 46 points, the Union sit in the upper echelons of the Eastern Conference, only four matches away from tying the MLS regular‑season record of 19 games without a loss. A win would push their streak to 16, keeping them in contention for a playoff berth.

Union midfielder Milan Iloski opened the scoring from the penalty spot, his 19th goal of the season, while Bruno Damiani added a 73rd‑minute equaliser in the 2‑2 draw against Charlotte FC last Saturday. The win, however, came at a cost: 17‑year‑old phenom Cavan Sullivan failed to record a goal or assist for the first time in 11 MLS appearances. The result also left Philadelphia still behind fifth‑place Charlotte, a hurdle they hope to overcome before the postseason.

“We have to compete the way we do,” interim manager Ryan Richter said. “We need confidence that we’re at this level and keep showing it week to week.” The Union’s next fixtures will test their resolve: a Wednesday match against Supporters’ Shield leader Nashville and a final regular‑season game against FC Cincinnati on October 31.

New England, meanwhile, have won their last two matches and are unbeaten in eight games against Eastern Conference opponents, a run that began with a 2‑1 loss to Toronto on August 15. Manager Marko Mitrovic acknowledged the streak’s impressiveness but emphasized that each game is a separate contest. He highlighted star performer Carles Gil, who has 12 goals and 11 assists, and noted contributions from Dor Turgeman and Peyton Miller.

Both teams enter Saturday’s clash with a clear objective: keep the momentum alive and secure a spot in the MLS playoffs.

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