New York City FC 2:3 Philadelphia Union — Informe del Partido

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystINFORME DEL PARTIDO

Bruno Damiani scored twice as Philadelphia Union came from behind to beat New York City FC 3-2 in MLS. The visitors overturned a two-goal deficit with three second-half strikes, and the win sets up a meeting with Inter Miami CF on 19 August. New York had looked comfortable early, but their lead evaporated after the interval.

The match turned decisively after the break. Danley Jean Jacques pulled one back in the 48th minute from Cavan Sullivan's pass, and Damiani levelled in the 69th, again assisted by Sullivan. Quinn Sullivan then set up Damiani's winner in the 75th minute, completing a remarkable turnaround. New York's early goals from Benie Traore and Luighi, both before half-time, counted for nothing as Philadelphia seized control.

The numbers tell a story of two halves. New York dominated the first period with 53% possession and an xG of 1.93 against Philadelphia's 0.40, but the visitors flipped it in the second, posting 1.99 xG and 11 shots. Damiani was the standout, earning an 8.7 rating as a forward with two goals. CheckLive's model clearly favoured New York City, and the result did not confirm it, with the visitors winning on efficiency.

Preguntas y Respuestas

What was the final score of New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union?

New York City FC 2-3 Philadelphia Union (MLS).

Who scored?

Benie Traore (4') for New York City FC; Luighi (45') for New York City FC; Danley Jean Jacques (48', assist Cavan Sullivan) for Philadelphia Union; Bruno Damiani (69', assist Cavan Sullivan) for Philadelphia Union; Bruno Damiani (75', assist Quinn Sullivan) for Philadelphia Union.

Was Philadelphia Union's win deserved?

Not really — the opponent was the better side; Philadelphia Union won on finishing.

Were there any cards in New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union?

Yellow cards: Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia Union); Luighi (New York City FC); Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia Union); Milan Iloski (Philadelphia Union); Tayvon Gray (New York City FC); Kai Wagner (Philadelphia Union); Malachi Jones (New York City FC).

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