Philadelphia Union II Set to Face Huntsville City FC in Semifinals

Chester, Pennsylvania, October 23, 2025

News Summary

The Philadelphia Union II will host Huntsville City FC in the Eastern Conference Semifinals of MLS NEXT Pro. Scheduled for October 26 at Subaru Park, kickoff is at 6 PM ET. Union II enters the match as the No. 2 seed and boasts a six-game winning streak after a strong quarterfinal victory. With impressive records in the regular season, they will aim for another win to advance to the Conference Finals.

Chester, Pennsylvania – The Philadelphia Union II will host Huntsville City FC in the Eastern Conference Semifinals of MLS NEXT Pro on Saturday, October 26, at Subaru Park. The match is set to kick off at 6 PM ET, and coverage will be available on MLS Season Pass through Apple TV. Fans have the option to purchase tickets online for the event.

Union II enters this semifinal match as the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. They started the postseason strong, defeating FC Cincinnati 2 with a score of 2-1 in the quarterfinals, thanks to a standout performance from forward Stas Korzeniowski, who scored both goals for his team. Following this victory, Union II has extended its winning streak to six games, showcasing their momentum heading into the semifinals.

The team has shown impressive consistency over the years, qualifying for the postseason in all four years of MLS NEXT Pro’s existence. During the 2025 regular season, Union II recorded a remarkable franchise record of 15 wins, which placed them second in the league overall. They also set new franchise records for goals scored (64), goals allowed (34), and a goal differential of +30, demonstrating a well-rounded performance on both offense and defense.

Notably, 18 different players scored for Union II during the 2025 season. Malik Jakupovic and Stas Korzeniowski were the team’s top scorers, each contributing eight goals to the team’s success.

Huntsville City FC was selected as Union II’s opponent after New York Red Bulls II opted to face Chicago Fire FC II within the Pick-Your-Opponent playoff format. The two teams previously met once in 2025, which ended in a 2-2 draw, and Huntsville won the penalty shootout 4-3 following regular play. This earlier match took place on March 28, where Huntsville initially took the lead, but Union II equalized to send the match to penalties.

Looking ahead, the victorious team from the semifinals will advance to the Conference Finals, which are scheduled for the weekend of October 31. If Union II wins their matchup against Huntsville City FC, they could potentially host the Eastern Conference Final, contingent on the results of the Red Bulls II versus Chicago Fire FC II match.

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FAQ Section

When will the Philadelphia Union II play against Huntsville City FC?

The Philadelphia Union II will face Huntsville City FC on October 26 at 6 PM ET.

Where will the match take place?

The match will take place at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania.

How can fans watch the match?

Coverage of the game will be available on MLS Season Pass through Apple TV.

What was Union II’s performance in the playoffs so far?

Union II began their postseason with a 2-1 victory over FC Cincinnati 2 in the quarterfinals.

What are the records set by Union II this season?

Union II set new franchise records for goals scored (64), goals allowed (34), and a goal differential of +30 during the regular season.

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