Philadelphia Union overpower San Diego FC, winning 5-0 at Snapdragon Stadium
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Philadelphia Union secured a decisive 5-0 victory against San Diego FC on September 13, 2026, at Snapdragon Stadium. Cavan Sullivan starred for the Union, scoring two goals and assisting on another. After a scoreless first half, Philadelphia took control with a flurry of goals, including an own goal from San Diego's Anibal Godoy. The match marked the first-ever meeting between the two clubs and left San Diego facing potential playoff challenges. Following the loss, San Diego head coach Mikey Varas expressed concerns over the team's consistency.
- •Philadelphia Union won 5-0 against San Diego FC on Hispanic Heritage Night.
- •Cavan Sullivan scored two goals and assisted on another for the Union.
- •San Diego FC suffered an own goal from Anibal Godoy in the final minutes.
- •The match was the first meeting between Philadelphia Union and San Diego FC.
- •San Diego FC's playoff hopes are jeopardized after this heavy defeat.
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — SDFC handed heavy 5-0 defeat at home by Philadelphia Union
- 4:13 AMYahoo Sports — TST Images: Philadelphia Union defeat San Diego FC, 5-0, at Snapdragon Stadium
"San Diego FC’s Sunday night ends in a 5-0 unravelling loss against the Philadelphia Union on Hispanic Heritage Night at Snapdragon Stadium.
"SAN DIEGO - The Philadelphia Union defeated the San Diego FC, 5-0, at Snapdragon Stadium on September 13, 2026.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 4:17 AMSDFC handed heavy 5-0 defeat at home by Philadelphia Union
San Diego FC’s Sunday night ends in a 5-0 unravelling loss against the Philadelphia Union on Hispanic Heritage Night at Snapdragon Stadium.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 4:13 AMTST Images: Philadelphia Union defeat San Diego FC, 5-0, at Snapdragon Stadium
SAN DIEGO - The Philadelphia Union defeated the San Diego FC, 5-0, at Snapdragon Stadium on September 13, 2026.
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