The first half was a mostly one sided affair with New York City FC getting the majority of the chances so. The Philadelphia Union’s best chance for a goal in the first half came from Ilsinho, as he sent in a thunderous shot from outside the box that was parried away by NYCFC goalkeeper Sean Johnson. NYCFC had a great chance around the 32nd minute as they had a shot go off the goal post, which ricocheted to David Villa, who was denied by Andre Blake. They had another good chance in the first half stoppage time, which was once again saved by Andre Blake.
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