MLS Philadelphia Union

Army-Navy Cup VIII Returns to Talen Energy Stadium

Published on July 8, 2019 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Philadelphia Union News Release


CHESTER, Pa. - Philadelphia Union today announced the return of Army-Navy Cup to Talen Energy Stadium for the eighth consecutive year. This year's rivalry match between the two academies will take place on Friday, October 11, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

"Philadelphia Union and Talen Energy Stadium are honored to once again host the teams from Army West Point and Navy for Army-Navy Cup VIII," said Tim McDermott, Chief Business Officer for Philadelphia Union. "Since its inception the event has continued to grow and thrive, and we're proud to host these great military academies and their fans here at our stadium. The partnership between the Union and Army-Navy Cup is long-running and we look forward to many more years to come."

"The Army-Navy Cup serves as the signature event for our Men's Soccer program, providing a world class venue to compete against our academy rival. Army-Navy Cup has grown over the past seven years and has established itself as one of the highest attended games in college soccer," added Dan McCarthy, the Interim Director of Athletics for Army West Point. "We are excited to return to Talen Energy Stadium to continue the Army-Navy rivalry. We acknowledge and appreciate the pride and passion that the City of Philadelphia displays in hosting this match. Thank you to the Philadelphia Union, members of the Army-Navy steering committee, as well as PHL Sports, for continuing to show support of our two academies and the growth of the rivalry."

Army-Navy Cup has become one of the highest attended college soccer matches in the nation annually, and saw it reach the third-highest match attended in 2017. It has twice seen 10,000+ fans fill the stands at Talen Energy Stadium. A five-year contract extension, signed last year, ensures the prestigious match stays at the stadium through 2022.

"We are excited to return to Talen Energy Stadium this year and being able to continue a wonderful relationship with Philadelphia and the Union," said Chet Gladchuk, Director of Athletics at the United States Naval Academy. "Our coaches and players really enjoy the stadium, and to play our greatest rival in such a spectacular and electric setting is fantastic. There have been great crowds, energy, atmosphere, and super soccer!"

Army-Navy Cup is presented locally by Leidos, a global leader in products and services, designed to make the world safer, healthier and more efficient through information, technology, engineering and science.

Talen Energy Stadium has played host to the Army-Navy Cup since its inaugural match in 2012, with Army currently leading the series at 3-2-2. The debut edition in 2012 ended in a draw, as did the 2017 match. Navy won in both 2013 and 2014, while Army took the victory in 2015, 2016 and 2018.

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