DC United assistant coach Chad Ashton – who calls Peter Nowak Coach of the Year – talks to the PSP about the Union’s counterattack, his team’s defensive struggles, and working new players into a team mid-season.
The numbers from Saturday’s loss to Vancouver were just as you thought: as bad as those in the losses against Dallas and Portland. Not that Vancouver’s were much better, an indication of while the loss was so disappointing. Also, a look at Le Toux. Believe it or not, according to some offensive statistical measures, Le Toux is improving – except for the one that matters most.
Confusion, disappointment and a dash of anger describe the emotional reaction of Union supporters to last night’s defeat. PSP looks at the more pointed comments made during Saturday’s LiveBlog and finds a number of pressing questions need answers.
Carlos Valdes and Sheanon Williams were snubbed when the All-Star ballot was released. You can vote for them via Twitter Friday through Monday, June 17-June 20. Here’s how.
The PSP talks to Real Salt Lake right fullback Tony Beltran ahead of the Union’s match with the CONCACAF Champions League finalists on Saturday.
It’s easy to get wrapped up in Union coverage. PSP talked to Chicago Fire goalkeeping coach Aron Hyde to get an opposition perspective ahead of this Saturday’s showdown at PPL.
With another disappointing performance on the books, it is time to look past the players on the pitch, and focus on the decisions that are being made behind the scenes.
The MLS Players Union released salary figures for all MLS players this weekend. Faryd Mondragon is the league’s highest paid goalkeeper, Carlos Ruiz makes about as much as Benny Feilhaber, Sheanon Williams is a steal, and the salary cap hit is a mystery. Read on for the rundown.
Tonight is the night. Real Salt Lake can become the first MLS to hoist the CONCACAF Champions League cup. Kickoff is at 10pm on FSC. Hope you’ll be watching!
The level of soccer in MLS is on the rise. No longer is a move to Scandinavia, Mexico or lower level European leagues necessarily a step up. With many Americans struggling for minutes abroad, here are 18 players who should think about coming home.
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