Philadelphia Union Academy is headed west as they will look to secure two extra postseason berths at MLS NEXT Flex held in Frisco, Texas.
The Union Academy will see its U-18, U-16 and U-15 groups competiting at MLS NEXT Flex, which represents the ultimate qualifying competitors for 2026 MLS NEXT. Held on the Toyota Soccer Complex simply exterior the house of FC Dallas, the event will run from April 23-28, 2026.
Teams in every age group are cut up into teams of 4 and are seeded primarily based on their efficiency in league matches from September 2025 to March 2026.
The winner of every group will robotically clinch a spot in 2026 MLS NEXT Cup.
Philadelphia Union already noticed the U-16s clinch a spot into the May’s MLS NEXT Cup with a 6-2 victory over rivals Red Bull New York over the weekend which secured a high three end within the league desk. Meanwhile the U-18s and U-15s are primed to advance through the common season standings as nicely however head to Texas looking to formally clinch earlier than wrapping up their season.
The U-18s return to Texas looking to carry over their Lonestar State momentum which noticed them develop into simply the third American facet to win the Dallas Cup. At MLS NEXT Flex, the Academy’s oldest squad will face off in opposition to Michigan Futbol Academy, Miami Futbol Academy Rush and NEFC.
The U-15s kick off their event play on Thursday with three video games in 4 days which can see them tackle Lamorinda Soccer Club, Orlando City Soccer School South and at last Michigan Wolves.
The U-16s are paired up with SoCal Reds FC, Quieen City Mutiny FC and Cedar Stars Academy of Bergen.
