Saturday's Philadelphia Union match against the New England Revolution was more than just a game, it was a celebration for the club's Fearless 43 warriors as part of the club's Kick Childhood Cancer event.
As part of the Kick Childhood Cancer Day, the club worked with Kisses For Kyle once again to select this year's Fearless 43. Started by the club in 2019, the number represented how many children are diagnosed daily with cancer. Since then the Union have partnered with Kisses for Kyle to work with 43 childhood cancer patients in the greater Philadelphia area on special projects for their families which will included a speical event on Friday night at Union Yards.
Before the game, front office staff placed Fearless 43 flags in every seat of Subaru Park to set the stage for unique moments throughout the match. During the pregame processional, yellow smoke and pyro erupted in the stands and on the pitch. Saturday's drum striker was tied to the cause as well, with Kristin Ford of the Kellan Ford Foundation getting the match started. Throughout the match, the Boys in Blue wore special numbers on their kit with the names of the Fearless 43 Class of 2025.
At halftime, the Fearless 43 took to the field and were cheered loudly by a sellout crowd with bubbles pouring out from The River End as each warrior saw their photos and names on the videoboard along with a special tifo from the Sons of Ben.
Following the Union's win over the Revs, every player stopped by each family and signed autographs and gave words of encouragement as they continue their battles ahead.
