Philadelphia Union dropped their first match at Talen Energy Stadium since Sept. 12, 2015 tonight against Vancouver Whitecaps 3-2. Despite falling behind 3-1 in the closing minutes, the Union scratched and clawed their way back to a one goal deficit.
Chris Pontius made his first appearance off the bench this season a memorable one. Pontius recorded his team-leading sixth goal of the season in stoppage time. The 29 year-old from Yorba Linda, California has brought a calming presence to his new club and it hasn’t gone unnoticed from Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin who emphasized what Pontius’ role was with his club.