This would be the Philadelphia Unions season opener against DC United. This not the way Philly wanted to open up their season. Now facing former teammate Tai Baribo. Who lead the Philadelphia Union in goals last year(16 goals ) came back to be a problem for the Union. Tai Baribo was getting plenty’s of scoring chances, knocking on the door step of the Union’s goal keeper Andre Blake. However in the 23min. Tai Baribo would get his first goal as a part of the DC United team. Reminder DC United fans this is what you sign up for. Getting a big time playmaker.
The Road Doesn’t Get Easier For The Philadelphia Union.
After winning the Supporter Shield this Union team schedule was not going to be an easy ride. Now they come back home to open up their home opener against NYCFC. The team who bumped out Philadelphia in the playoffs last year. Even though the got there fare share of scoring opportunities. Someone is going to need to answer the bell on offense. We shall see how this Unions team responds after getting shout out in DC. Plus lets see how this if DC United now keep their momentum going when they make their trip down to Austin Texas.
