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Union agree to extension with All-Star D Jakob Glesnes

Union agree to extension with All-Star D Jakob Glesnes

The Philadelphia Union agreed to a contract extension with defender Jakob Glesnes that will keep the three-time MLS All-Star in the fold through the 2027 season with an option for 2028.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / April 26
Philadelphia Union blast D.C. United in the rain

Philadelphia Union blast D.C. United in the rain

The Philadelphia Union got goals from three different players for the second straight week and rolled past D.C. United 3-0 on Saturday afternoon in Chester, Pa.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 19
FC Cincinnati lock down 3 seed in Eastern Conference with win over Philly Union

FC Cincinnati lock down 3 seed in Eastern Conference with win over Philly Union

Jakob Glesnes conceded an own goal early in the second half, and FC Cincinnati defeated the host Philadelphia Union 2-1 in Chester, Pa., on Saturday to wrap up the 2024 MLS regular season.

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Philadelphia Union's Jakob Glesnes Scores Crazy 40-Yard Own Goal in CONCACAF Champions Cup

Philadelphia Union defender Jakob Glesnes scored one of the most memorable own goals in CONCACAF Champions Cup history on Tuesday night. It came during Philadelphia's 3-2 win at Costa Rica's Deportivo Saprissa in the first leg of their meeting in round one.

Philadelphia Union defender Jakob Glesnes nets crazy 40-yard own goal

Philadelphia Union defender Jakob Glesnes nets crazy 40-yard own goal

In a jaw-dropping turn of events during the CONCACAF Champions Cup, Philadelphia Union defender Jakob Glesnes found himself in the spotlight after scoring a mind-boggling 40-yard own goal, reported by GOAL.

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