Benjamin Bender

Benjamin Bender

24-Year-Old MidfielderM
Philadelphia Union
MLS
Height 1.83 m
DOB 10/3/2001
Returns in Concacaf
MPhiladelphia Union
February 26, 2026
Bender (groin) played the second half of Thursday's 7-0 win against Defence Force FC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, confirming he is back available for Philadelphia.
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Bender has moved past the groin issue that sidelined him for the season opener against D.C. United, logging the entire second half in Thursday's win over Defence Force FC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. That is a strong sign for Philly, as his return gives the midfield another live option and boosts the squad's depth heading into the next stretch of matches.
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  1. Jovan Lukic
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  4. Alejandro Bedoya
  5. Jesus Bueno
  6. Jeremy Rafanello
  7. Quinn SullivanOUT
  8. Benjamin Bender
  9. Cavan Sullivan
  10. Edward DavisGTD
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Picks up injury
MPhiladelphia Union
February 19, 2026
Bender is in the injury report prior to Saturday's season opener versus D.C. United, according to Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report.
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Available off bench Saturday
MPhiladelphia Union
September 27, 2025
Bender (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's meeting with D.C. United.
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Dealt questionable tag
MPhiladelphia Union
July 25, 2025
Bender (calf) is questionable for Saturday's match against Colorado, according to the MLS injury report.
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Six crosses, no chances created
MPhiladelphia Union
June 1, 2025
Bender had six crosses (three accurate) but created zero chances in Philadelphia's 0-0 draw Saturday against FC Dallas.
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Joining Philadelphia
MPhiladelphia Union
May 9, 2025
Bender has signed with Philadelphia on Friday after being waived by Charlotte in late April.
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