Philadelphia Union lost 2-0 to Club America in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League semi-finals at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Thursday.
US midfielder Richard Sanchez opened the scoring in the 17th minute as his volley deflected into the back of Philadelphia midfielder Daniel Gazdag.
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The Mexican team nearly doubled their lead just before half-time. Philadelphia defenseman Jack Elliott produced a superb header and clearance to rob America of a two-goal lead as his team struggled for possession.
Midfielder Emanuel Aguilera sealed America’s victory from the penalty spot in the 76th minute after Sanchez was knocked down by Jose Martinez of Philadelphia.
The visitors’ best chance of the game came in the final stages, but USA goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa produced an impressive save to secure a shutout.
The two teams will play the second leg at Subaru Park on September 15th.
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