Did you find all 11 players in last week's photo hunt? This week we let you search down the final set that will make up the list alumni heading back to Philly for Alumni Night on August 24.
When DC United rolls into to Talen Energy Stadium in a rematch of the Union's first-ever home game and win, 23 former Union players will be in attendance to cheer on the official club of the City of Brotherly Love. Sebastien Le Toux’s hat trick was the most memorable moment from the first meeting between DC and Philly, and August 24 will be another wonderful renewal of a great rivalry.
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Pfeffer (2011-2015)
- The first homegrown signing in Union history, Pfeffer was the fourth youngest player in the league when he joined Philly's new project. Over four seasons, Pfeffer pushed to break into the starting lineup and appeared on the verge of doing so in 2015 when he accumulated 988 minutes. The young midfielder was dealt to Colorado Rapids ahead of the 2016 season and now plans on a career in banking.
JT Noone (2010) - Temple alum JT Noone joined the Union midway through the 2010 season in between stints with Union affiliate Harrisburg City Islanders. The local midfielder had a knack for a goal in big games in both USL and PDL.
Bakary Soumare (2012-2013) - A complete defender at his peak, Soumare returned to MLS by joining the Union after playing with French side Boulogne. Injuries limited the big centerback's effectiveness in Philly, but prior to leaving the league for France he wa a Best XI defender and nominated for defender of the year.
Carlos Valdes (2011-2014) - Paired with Danny Califf in 2011, Valdes quickly formed one of the best and most entertaining partnerships in Major League Soccer. The Colombian could run down anybody, but his signature move was an entirely unexpected dribbling run forward that left everybody in the stadium holding their breath. He was both entertaining and exceptional with Philadelphia, earning an All-Star nod before moving on.
Carlos Ruiz (2011) - Quite simply one of the great strikers in MLS history. Ruiz scored double-digit goals five times in a career that included a Golden Goal in the 2002 MLS Cup to seal a win for LA Galaxy. Ruiz played a single, memorable season in Philadelphia marked by a wonderstrike against Chicago Fire.
Chris Albright (2012-2013) - Chris Albright is MLS. The lifer was originally allocated to Miami Fusion but was quickly sent to DC United. Across time with DC, LA Galaxy, New England Revolution, Red Bulls, and Philly, Albright went from striker to right back and became one of the elite defenders in the league. Twenty-two national team appearances speak to Albright's talent, and even though injuries limited his effectiveness in Philly, he stuck around at his hometown club and is now the team's Technical Director.
Fred (2010; 2014-2015) - A Brazilian technician who had his most productive season with the Union, Fred was a stabilizing force in Philly's inaugural campaign. He returned to the club in 2014 and is now a vital part of the coaching setup in the Union academy.
Toni Stahl (2010) - One of the club's first draft picks in 2010, Stahl started the opening match in Union history. A red card kept him from building any momentum in his career.
Kleberson (2013) - The former Manchester United player and Brazil international's time with the Union first team was brief, but Kleberson has made an enduring mark on the club thanks to a sensational free kick against Orlando City and his continued work in the academy to this day.
Faryd Mondragon (2011) - Providing vocal leadership from the back, Mondragon stepped between the pipes to help Philly to a playoff appearance in 2011. Seven shutouts pointed to the big Colombian's stellar positional sense even as the years crept up on him. Mondragon was international caliber, and it showed.
