Union II Defeat Red Bull New York II in Shootout

Goalkeeper George Marks leads Union II to victory with standout performance

Mar. 23, 2026 at 12:00am

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Philadelphia Union II earned two points on the road Sunday afternoon, defeating Red Bull New York II in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. Goalkeeper George Marks delivered a complete performance, making key saves in regulation before his heroics from the penalty spot sealed the result for the Boys in Blue.

Why it matters

This victory on the road against a divisional rival is an important result for Union II as they look to build momentum in the MLS NEXT Pro league. Marks' standout performance in net underscores the team's depth and resilience, which will be crucial as they navigate the rest of the season.

The details

In a match defined by limited chances, Union II found a second-half breakthrough through Academy amateur Lennon Harrington off a cross from Jordan Griffin following a pair of substitutions. After Red Bull New York II responded in stoppage time to level the match, Marks took over in the shootout, making three saves before converting the decisive penalty to secure the extra point.

  • The match took place on Sunday afternoon.
  • Union II made a pair of substitutions just before the hour mark, bringing on Jordan Griffin and Academy amateur Lennon Harrington.
  • Harrington scored the opening goal for Union II in the 63rd minute.
  • Red Bull New York II equalized in stoppage time to make it 1-1.
  • The match went to a penalty shootout, where Marks made three saves and converted the decisive penalty.

The players

George Marks

The goalkeeper for Philadelphia Union II, who delivered a standout performance with key saves in regulation and heroics in the penalty shootout.

Lennon Harrington

An Academy amateur who scored the opening goal for Union II in the 63rd minute.

Jordan Griffin

The outside back who provided the assist on Harrington's goal after coming on as a substitute.

Roald Mitchell

A veteran player for Red Bull New York II who had an early chance on goal.

Nate Worth

The Red Bull New York II player who hit the crossbar on a free kick in the first half.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

Several Union II players will remain active during the international break, with Malik Jakupovic and Willyam Ferreira joining the U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team and Kellan LeBlanc heading to Portugal to compete with the U.S. Under-18 squad. Union II resume their MLS NEXT Pro schedule at Subaru Park on Sunday, April 12, hosting Carolina Core FC.

The takeaway

This victory on the road against a divisional rival showcases the depth and resilience of the Philadelphia Union II squad, with goalkeeper George Marks delivering a standout performance that was crucial to securing the extra point. The team's ability to grind out results will be key as they look to build momentum in the MLS NEXT Pro league.