Union Bounce Back with 3-1 Win over Liga MX’s Necaxa in Leagues Cup Group Stage Match

Union bounce back with 3-1 win over Liga MX’s Necaxa in Leagues Cup group stage match

Despite the win, the Union's loss to Cruz Azul is likely to prevent them from being one of four MLS teams to advance to the knockout stage.

Philadelphia Union prevails over Club Necaxa, 3-1 in Leagues Cup

August 9, 2026 Chester, PA The Philadelphia Union controlled Impulsora del Deportivo Necaxa S.A. de C.V., or Club Necaxa, in Sunday’s  Leagues Cup game, resulting in a Union 3-1 victory.  The game highlighted the return of Philadelphia’s former striker, Julián Carranza, a favorite at Subaru Park, now playing for Club Necaxa. Despite appearances and the scoreline, Necaxa surpassed Philadelphia in a number of key statistical categories.  Time of p…

Player Ratings: Philadelphia Union 3 – 1 Club Necaxa

The Union dispatched Julián Carranza and Club Necaxa 3-1 last night. See how PSP graded the Union performance, and check out a new segment for all future Player Ratings!

Philadelphia Union rebound from Loss from Cruz Auzi & defeat Necaxa in Leagues Cup - Sports Talk PHL

Chester, PA: As we know, in any group stage, there are chances to make improvements & that is what the Philadelphia Union are looking to do as they took on Necaxa in their 2nd game in Leagues Cup from Subaru Park. The Union came into the game off a loss to Cruz Azul, while Necaxa heads to battle with the Union off a loss to Chicago. In other words, this game has a lot on the line. This game holds special meaning for the Philadelphia Union, as it…

Union defeat Necaxa in Carranza’s return

The Philadelphia Union defeated Julian Carranza’s Necaxa 3-1 on Sunday night, rebounding from a loss in their Leagues Cup opener. Early goals from Nate Harriel and Bruno Damiani set the tone before Cavan Sullivan’s second half strike to extend the lead to three. Necaxa scored a consolation via Matías Espíndola, but the Union saw the […] The post Union defeat Necaxa in Carranza’s return first appeared on Philadelphia Soccer Now.