Baribo Joins from Rivals, But Questions Remain Over Service ⚡ Fast Facts: The TL;DR Player: Tai Baribo (Forward) Roster Slot: Designated Player (1st of 3) Fee: $4 million transfer from Philadelphia 2025 Form: 18 Goals, 3 Assists* Key Concern: Lack of current wingers to provide service. *Statistics provided by API-Football D.C. United have officially confirmed the signing of forward Tai Baribo from Philadelphia Union.

Well, here we are. That moment every football fan dreads when the mathematical possibilities finally dwindle to zero. The playoff dream for D.C. United is officially over. And yes, it stings a little more knowing that our hard-fought draw against Inter Miami last week... was against an Inter Miami without the GOAT. The end of the playoff dream, was officially ended, and it was a matter of when, not if.

While the mathematical confirmation that D.C. United will miss the 2025 MLS Playoffs comes as no surprise (more of a when than if), the season is not over. Six matches remain on the schedule, and they are far from meaningless. With the pressure of the playoff chase lifted, these games transform into a crucial evaluation period—contract details reveal that a significant portion of the roster is playing for their future, transforming these games from dead rubbers into high-stakes auditions that will define the club's 2026 identity..

D.C. United have officially announced the signing of exciting American midfielder Caden Clark from rivals CF Montréal, in a deal that signals clear intent from the club's front office. The Black-and-Red have splashed out an initial $700,000 to bring the 22-year-old to Audi Field, a fee that could rise by another $100,000 based on performance. It's a significant move for a player who has already packed a wealth of experience into his young career.

For football fans across the globe, it’s the lifeblood of the domestic league season. It fuels hope for the underdog, terror for the underperformer, and ensures that nearly every kick of the ball matters from the first day to the last. It is the dramatic, soul-stirring system of promotion and relegation. Yet, in North America, the concept remains foreign, a closed-shop model being the preferred structure.

A pivotal change has swept through the corridors of Audi Field. D.C. United announced today (July 10, 2025), that the club has parted ways with Head Coach Troy Lesesne, effective immediately. Assistant Coach Zach Prince will also be departing the club. In a move to steer the team through this transition, the Black-and-Red have promoted Academy Director Kevin Flanagan to interim head coach as the search for a new permanent leader begins.

Crew Steal Victory at Audi Field: Benteke's Early Goal Not Enough as Rossi Doubles Down The Black-and-Red faithful left Audi Field on March 29th, 2025, with a familiar sense of disappointment as D.C. United fell 2-1 to a resilient Columbus Crew side. Despite an early lead courtesy of their talismanic forward Christian Benteke, the home team couldn't hold off a Crew comeback spearheaded by a Diego Rossi brace.

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