FC Cincinnati Triumphs in Toughest Playoff Test Yet
FC Cincinnati secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the Philadelphia Union in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, with Yerson Mosquera scoring the decisive goal. The win signifies a potential changing of the guard in the conference, as Cincinnati's ascendance continues while Philadelphia faces the end of a competitive cycle. FC Cincinnati's head coach, Pat Noonan, praised his team's resilience and credited their home-field advantage. They will now face the Columbus Crew in the East Final, marking the first time Ohio teams will compete for the soccer spotlight in a while.