Union Clinch Supporters’ Shield with 1–0 Win vs. New York City FC — October 4, 2025
CHESTER, PA — The Philadelphia Union solidified their stellar 2025 MLS regular season with a 1–0 victory over New York City FC at Subaru Park on October 4, 2025, securing the Supporters’ Shield as the league’s top team in the process.
Uhre Strike Decides Tight Contest
The lone goal came in the 40th minute, when forward Mikael Uhre calmly finished off a precise through ball from Jovan Lukic, giving the Union the lead they would not relinquish.
Defensive Resolve & Blake’s Clean Sheet
Philadelphia’s defense — marshaled by veteran goalkeeper Andre Blake — held firm throughout the contest, with Blake recording his ninth clean sheet of the season as New York City applied pressure but struggled to find the breakthrough.
The Union controlled key moments of the match and managed the tempo, frustrating NYCFC’s attempts to equalize. Despite a strong possession day for the visitors, Philadelphia’s disciplined structure and transition play kept the clean sheet intact.
Season Milestones
🏆 Supporters’ Shield: With the win, the Union clinched the 2025 Supporters’ Shield, earning home-field advantage throughout the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs and a berth in the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup.
📊 Record: Philadelphia improved to a 20-6-7 record on the season, setting a new single-season club wins record.
🧤 Clean Sheets Leader: Blake’s shutout highlighted a defense that conceded among the fewest goals in MLS in 2025.
Match Details
Final Score: Philadelphia Union 1, New York City FC 0
Goal: Mikael Uhre (40′, assist Jovan Lukic)
Venue: Subaru Park, Chester, PA
Goal: Mikael Uhre (40′, assist Jovan Lukic)
Venue: Subaru Park, Chester, PA