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Munteanu nets 2 goals as D.C. United powers past NYCFC 2-0

NEW YORK (AP) — Louis Munteanu scored two goals, and Sean Johnson had four saves as D.C. United beat New York City FC 2-0 on Sunday in the first meeting between the clubs this season.

Munteanu opened the scoring in the 29th minute, finishing a shot from the center of the box to give D.C. United a 1-0 lead. He added a goal from the penalty spot in the 75th minute, firing a shot to the bottom right post to go up 2-0.

D.C. United (4-4-3), which beat Orlando City 3-2 last time out, has won back-to-back games for the first time this season.

D.C. United just 34.9% possession but held a 19-8 edge in shots.

New York City (3-5-3) pushed after halftime and created several late chances, including headers in stoppage time, but Johnson preserved his third clean sheet of the season.

D.C. United’s defense recorded 12 clearances and seven blocked shots while limiting open looks down the stretch.

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DC United cancels Audi Field match vs. Ethiopia, citing Ebola precautions

By Jadon George
D.C. United has canceled its matchup with Ethiopia’s national team in the District, the team wrote in a statement Tuesday, citing difficulties obtaining visas and increased precautions stemming from the Ebola outbreak. It's among the first U.S. sporting events to be called off as a side effect of the outbreak. "D.C. United and the Ethiopian Federation place the highest priority on the health, safety, and well-being of the fans, players, staff, and local community," D.C. United said. "The well-being of everyone involved remains our highest priority and will remain at the forefront of our efforts." The game, scheduled for July 11 at Audi Field, would have marked a third year of partnership between D.C. United and the Ethiopian Football Federation. United had faced the national team in an exhibition game last year, losing 3-0. In September 2024, Audi Field hosted two Ethiopian Premier League teams — Coffee Sport Club and St. George FC — for an exhibition game.
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