The road warriors theme continued into the Eastern Conference Semifinals, where New York City shocked yet another MLS Cup contender by downing Supporters’ Shield-winning Philadelphia Union, 1-0.

Missing Martínez and Andrés Perea due to injuries, as well as midfielder Aiden O’Neill through suspension, NYCFC were short-handed but unfazed. Veteran Moralez turned back the clock to score the game’s lone goal, while Freese produced multiple highlight-reel saves to keep the Union off the board and ensure progression to the Conference Final.