The city of "brotherly love" officially welcomes its newest team, the Philadelphia Union. On Saturday the Union will host its first ever home opener versus DC United at Lincoln Financial Field. To make things even more exciting, former Delaware senator Joe Biden will be part of the opening kick ceremonies.
The Philadelphia Union are coming off a 2-0 defeat to the Seattle Sounders, in a tough road match, but have had a full week to prepare for this momentous game. Part of that preparation is solidifying the back line, and with the recent signing of Cristian Arrieta, an Italian-American who has played in Italy and in Puerto Rico, should help a defense that will be without rookie Toni Stahl who is serving a one-game suspension.
The game against DC United also will be an emotional one for Fred, who last season played as a member of DC United.
“I know it’s my old team, but now I play for Philadelphia Union and I have to defend my team and help my teammates,” Fred said.
Philadelphia is a great town for soccer, with as many hardcore loyal fans like Seattle. Midfielder Shea Salinas, who lives in Center City Philadelphia, puts the upcoming match in perspective.
“It’s going to be awesome,” Salinas said. “I would compare it to a Galaxy game when (David) Beckham is there, with 40,000 or 50,000 people there. It’s always nice playing in front of a huge crowd.
The game will be televised on Saturday, 3PM PST, on FSC.
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