Philadelphia Union Tickets

As one of the newest franchises in MLS, the Philadelphia Union have brought the exciting game of professional soccer to one of America's most passionate sports cities. Philadelphia Union tickets enable fans to experience a high level of soccer competition.

Philadelphia Union Tickets: Historical Overview

In 2007, a movement began to bring a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise to the Philadelphia market. Led by the "Sons of Ben" supporter group, the city did enough to convince the league to award Philadelphia a team in 2008.

In 2010, the Philadelphia Union began to compete in the league. A key part of the movement to land an MLS squad was the construction of a soccer-specific stadium. PPL Park (capacity of 18,500) opened in the middle of the 2010 campaign. The stadium is located in Chester, Pennsylvania.

The Philadelphia fans rewarded Major League Soccer's decision by acquiring all 12,000 season ticket packages for the first year of play.

There has been enough interest in the Union to hold a few marquee games at Lincoln Financial Field. The stadium that is used to hosting the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles can accommodate more than 60,000 spectators.

Philadelphia Union Tickets: Memorable Highlights

As an expansion squad, the Philadelphia Union experienced some predictable struggles in 2010. The club finished with a record of 8-15-7 en route to a seventh-place finish in the conference standings. On March 25th, Philadelphia lost its MLS debut in Seattle with a 2-0 setback against the Sounders.

In one of the high points of the 2010 campaign, the Union was able to delight the hometown fans with a victory in the club's home debut. On April 10th at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia defeated D.C. United by a count of 3-2.

Later in the season, the Union took the field at PPL Park for the first time. On June 27th, Philadelphia gained some revenge against Seattle by recording a 3-1 triumph.

In the early stages of competition, Sebastien Le Toux has been the club's top offensive performer. He leads the Union in goals, assists and several other offensive categories. On defense, Chris Seitz tops the squad in wins and saves.

Philadelphia Union Tickets: 2011 Schedule

Led by captain Faryd Mondragon, the Philadelphia Union will attempt to move up in the Eastern Conference standings in 2011. This season, there will be 17 exciting matchups on the home schedule. Philadelphia Union tickets are a winning entertainment option for the entire family.