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Analysis / MLS

Diving into the new MLS playoff format

Blake Zuschnitt takes a closer look at the new MLS playoff format for the 2023 season and discuss what it could mean for teams.

MLS / Photo essays / Union

In pictures: Philadelphia Union 4-1 Columbus Crew SC

PSP photographer Howie Pollard was pitchside for the Union’s convincing season-opening win.

MLS / Union

What’s new in MLS this year?

Peter Andrews runs down some of the big changes coming to MLS this year, including a new TV deal, a new competition, and a new playoff structure.

Commentary / MLS / Union

Union unveil new secondary kit

The Change Strip returns to take a look at the new “For Philly” kit, featuring commentary from PSP’s own Chris Gibbons, a member of the Union Creative Collective.

A View from Afar / MLS / Union

A Philly kid stands atop the soccer world

Cinnaminson’s John McCarthy stunned his former club with a showing that will go down in MLS history. If the Union had to lose to anyone, it might as well be him, PSP’s Dan Walsh writes.

MLS / Union / Union match reports

MLS Cup match report: Los Angeles FC 3-3 (3-0) Philadelphia Union

In a wild, heartbreaking match, LAFC defeated Philadelphia Union in penalty kicks in the MLS Cup Final.

MLS / Player ratings / Union

Player ratings: Philadelphia Union 1-0 FC Cincinnati

Player ratings from the Union’s playoff win over Cincinnati.

Commentary / MLS / Union

The Union’s coverage conundrum

Thomas Hill takes a look at the mixed media coverage around a dominant Philadelphia side.

Local / US Open Cup

Local teams competing in 2023 U.S. Open Cup qualifying

With the 2022 tournament ending last week, six local amateur teams begin their quest to qualify for the 2023 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.

MLS / Player ratings / Union

Player ratings: Philadelphia Union 6-0 Colorado Rapids

Another home win, another blowout. Ratings from the Union’s 6-0 over Colorado.