Philadelphia Union today announced that both midfielder Derrick Jones and defender Auston Trusty have been named to the 2017 MLS Homegrown Game presented by Energizer® roster. The pair will represent Philadelphia at the match against the Chivas de Guadalajara Under-20 team. The game takes place on Tuesday, August 1 at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, Illinois as one of the events leading up to the 2017 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target and will be broadcast live on UDN (8:00 p.m. ET).
“This is a terrific honor for both Derrick and Auston and is another positive recognition of the quality and potential they bring to our team,” said Union Sporting Director Earnie Stewart.