Flags, sportsmanship on display at Philadelphia International Unity Cup Championship

Sunday, October 13, 2019
CHESTER, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- The United States took on Liberia Saturday night in the Philadelphia International Unity Cup Championship.

From soccer to pre-game celebrations, to cheer sections, it was a great day had by all.
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"I'm feeling awesome, this is the best day of my life," one fan said.

Richard Anthony Rose, who is from Jamaica, joined others inside Talen Energy Stadium to conclude a journey that's been years in the making.

"This is a dream come true. I've been waiting so long," he said.
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Rose officially became a U.S. citizen during the pre-game festivities.

The day was all about unity.



"I've been waiting for this forever, I've been here for a while about 13 years now I'm getting this so I'm very, very excited," said Munah Doekieh, who is from Liberia.
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