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Crown Legacy FC faced Philadelphia Union 2 in the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals at Subaru Park on October 26, 2024. The match ended with a dramatic penalty shootout, where Crown Legacy FC narrowly lost to Philadelphia Union 2.

Philadelphia Union 2 took the lead early in the game, scoring their first goal in the 28th minute. Crown Legacy FC responded late in the match with an equalizer by Dylan Sing in the 88th minute, thanks to a collaboration with Nick Scardina. Despite maintaining a strong defensive position and pushing through two overtime periods, Crown Legacy FC could not secure victory in the penalty shootout.

Crown Legacy FC's goalkeeper Chituru Odunze had several key moments throughout the match, contributing significantly to their defense. The team showed determination but ultimately fell short against Philadelphia Union 2.

The box score shows Crown Legacy FC finishing their season with an overall record of 11-10-7 and ranking eighth in the East with 45 points. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union 2 held a record of 15-9-4, placing second in the East with 52 points.

Both teams fielded strong starting lineups for this crucial playoff encounter. Crown Legacy FC's lineup included Odunze as goalkeeper and players such as Bravo, Neeley, Sangoquiza, Rodrigues, Peña (Mirkovic), John, Duke (Sing), Berchimas (Smalls), Toklomati (Jo. Nyandjo), and Cambridge. Philadelphia Union 2's starting XI featured Rick as goalkeeper along with Wetzel, Pierre, Makhano, Westfield, Pariano, Olney Jr., Vasquez, Sullivan (Rojas Torres), Davis (Riasco Brizuela), and Anderson (Olivas).