Baribo's Penalty Kick Serves as Game Winner as Philadelphia Union Top Atlanta United FC
- Philadelphia Union defeated Atlanta United FC 1-0 on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with a penalty goal by Tai Baribo.
- The penalty resulted from Atlanta defender Luis Abram's handball after goalkeeper Brad Guzan misplayed the ball while attempting a clearance.
- Baribo scored his 11th goal at the 59th minute; Philadelphia outshot Atlanta 14-9 despite holding just a third of possession, and goalkeeper Andrew Rick made key late saves.
- Philadelphia’s record improved to 9-3-2, extending an unbeaten streak since April 12, while Atlanta remains winless in eight games with a 2-8-5 record.
- The victory reinforced Philadelphia’s lead atop the Eastern Conference and demonstrated effective defensive adjustments against an aggressive Atlanta attack.
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Baribo’s penalty kick serves as game winner as Philadelphia Union top Atlanta United FC
ATLANTA (AP) — League scoring leader Tai Baribo recorded his 11th goal on a penalty kick in the second half to give the Eastern Conference-leading Philadelphia Union a 1-0 win over Atlanta United FC on Saturday.

Baribo's penalty kick serves as game winner as Philadelphia Union top Atlanta United FC
ATLANTA (AP) — League scoring leader Tai Baribo recorded his 11th goal on a penalty kick in the second half to give the Eastern Conference-leading Philadelphia Union a 1-0 win over Atlanta United FC on Saturday.


Baribo's second half penalty kick propels Union past Atlanta United
Tai Baribo scored on a penalty kick in the 59th minute on Saturday night, propelling the visiting Philadelphia Union to a 1-0 victory over Atlanta United.
Atlanta United falls to Philadelphia Union despite strong start, best efforts
Atlanta United defender Matt Edwards (above) dribbles during the match against the Philadelphia Union at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday May 17, 2025. His block of a Philadelphia Union shot-on-goal was one of the key plays of the first half. Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta UnitedAtlanta United hasn’t won a match since March 29 when they defeated New York City FC 4-3. That was seven matches before they lost 1-0 to the visiting Philadelphia Union …
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