The Union earned a 2-1 win over rivals D.C. United Saturday night, while a big shakeup in Atlanta occurred over the weekend with Gabriel Heinze getting the boot. Seattle’s unbeaten streak came to an end against Minnesota, while the USMNT hung on for life against Canada.
Italy and Argentina are currently celebrating their title wins as Lionel Messi gets his first trophy with Argentina. As Copa America and Euro 2020 come to an end, Gold Cup 2021 kicked off with a Canada and USMNT win. The Union are getting ready to return to action on Saturday, as several players will be in action tomorrow with Jamaica.
Plus, news from international action all around the world.
The Union kept another clean sheet in the league, earning a 3-0 win over the Portland Timbers Sunday night. Several Union players were recognized for their performances over the weekend and from last season. Christian Pulisic is the first American male to play in and win the UEFA Champions League final. The USMNT fell to Switzerland Sunday 2-1 in a friendly.
The Union earned a win in D.C. and the rest of week 6 action from the league. Andre Blake is in the Team of the Week for another road clean sheet, while 2 former Union stars feature in the USMNT roster.
The Union announced some big news with Subaru Park capacity being raised to 100% on June 23. Daniel Gazdag looks to be the newest member of the Union, while a former Union man was named to the USMNT provisional roster.