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Extends contract with Philadelphia Harriel has signed a three-year homegrown contract extension with the Union with the options to extend for two further years, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Harriel was briefly Philadelphia's primary right-back at the start of last season before Olivier Mbaizo took back over around July, but the 21-year-old Harriel has still racked up a goal and an assist from 32 MLS appearances (23 starts) since breaking into the senior team. He has now signed on to remain at the club through the 2025 campaign at least.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season as backup Harriel made 25 MLS appearances at right-back this season, but 15 of his 20 starts came before the start of July.

Impact Harriel took a large step up in playing time during his sophomore senior season with Philadelphia, and he scored his first MLS goal against Atlanta in August. But the 21-year-old faded away from the XI during the second half of the campaign as the more experienced Olivier Mbaizo took back over as the preferred option.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Union beats Atlanta 4-1 to clinch 5th straight playoff berth

Mikael Uhre put the Philadelphia Union ahead for good in a 4-1 win over Atlanta United on Wednesday

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nathan Harriel's clinical finish tops off Philadelphia Union's dominating 4-1 victory vs. Atlanta United

Nathan Harriel's clinical finish tops off Philadelphia Union's dominating 4-1 victory vs. Atlanta United

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • Fox Sports

Left on bench in win Harriel was left on the bench for Wednesday's 2-1 win over Inter Miami.

Impact Harriel was given a break for this road trip as Olivier Mbaizo started for the second time in the last three games. For the next match against New England, keep an eye on who gets the starting job between Harriel and Mbaizo, though both aren't nearly as productive as Kai Wagner on the other flank.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 27, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Five crosses on Saturday Harriel took two off target shots, crossed five times (one accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Cincinnati.

Impact Harriel was a member of the Union back four that allowed just one goal on Saturday. The fullback finished with the second highest amount of shots and crosses on the team in the draw.

JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five tackles against Portland Harriel made five tackles in a 2-0 win against Portland Timbers on Sunday.

Impact Harriel had a decent outing for the visitors. The 21-year-old completed five tackles in seven attempts - most by any player in the match. Other than that, Harriel also made five clearances.

MAY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

SSFC Spotlight: Nathan Harriel dominating for Philadelphia Union The United States youth international is enjoying a strong 2022 season.

MAY 19, 2022 • STARSANDSTRIPESFC.COM

Makes seven clearances in draw Harriel took a shot and created two chances in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Nashville SC. He also made seven clearances, an interception and won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Harriel played well on both sides of the ball Sunday as his side split the points with Nashville at their home opener at the new GEODIS Park. He'll be in for another tough outing next weekend against LAFC, which have scored 21 goals in nine MLS matches this season.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Harriel made five interceptions, four clearances and a block in Saturday's 2-0 victory against NYCFC.

Impact Harriel defended well against the defending MLS champions on Saturday, and he should have been credited with an assist for Daniel Gazdag's goal in attack as well. Harriel has displaced Olivier Mbaizo at right back for now, and the 20-year-old is taking this opportunity with both hands.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays strong defense Harriel had one shot (on goal), four interceptions, seven tackles, five fouls and sustained two fouls in the 2-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday.

Impact Harriel played his best match of the season against San Jose, shutting down any attempt they made on the offensive end. The defender seems primed to log multiple tackles and interceptions in any given match, and will likely do it again in his next appearance against New York City.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in playoff loss Harriel took a shot and created a chance in last weekend's 2-1 defeat against NYCFC in the Eastern Conference Final. He also made three interceptions and won one of two tackles in...

Impact Harriel made seven MLS appearances (three starts) in his first season with the senior Union team, including the Conference Championship last weekend when 11 of his teammates were in health and safety protocols. The 20-year-old will still be a backup in 2022, but he will continue to develop and might become a more regular feature in the lineup.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First assist Harriel provided one assist on three chances created during Saturday's 2-1 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Harriel made only his third appearance of the season, but did well to provide an assist on his three chances created. The defender is unlikely to break into the starting XI consistently, but his good form could keep him in the lineup Saturday, against Montreal.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Przybylko, Aaronson score, Union beats FC Cincinnati 2-1

Kacper Przybylko and 18-year-old Paxten Aaronson scored to help the Philadelphia Union beat FC Cincinnati 2-1 on Saturday night

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS