Player of the Month
Philadelphia Union's Tai Baribo named MLS Player of the Month
Philadelphia Union forward Tai Baribo is the first Player of the Month recipient for the 2025 season, earning the honor for February and March.
Player Details
Name
Tai BariboHeight
5' 11"Weight
172 lbsDate of Birth
1.15.1998 (27)Birthplace
Eilat, IsraelPosition
ForwardFootedness
RightRoster Category
SeniorPlayer Category
International
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Career Summary
2024 (Philadelphia): In the 2024 MLS season, Baribo played in 21 games (17 starts) as a forward. He contributed nine goals and two assists for the Union this season, both career highs. His nine goals were third most among all Union players. On July 17, 2024 Baribo scored his first career hat-trick against New England.
2023 (Philadelphia): Baribo made five appearances (one start) with the Union in 2023…Made his MLS debut on 9/3/23 vs RBNY.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Internationally, Baribo has featured for the Israeli National team, earning 14 caps.
In those 14 appearances, Baribo has scored three goals, two in friendlies and one in a 2-1 victory over Albania in a UEFA Nations League match, scoring just four minutes into the match.
In 2023, Baribo made seven appearances for Israel, with all of them coming in European Qualifiers matches.