Union satisfied with result against Portland. Recaps, reaction, and player ratings from US rout of El Salvador. US soccer pioneer Phil Woosnam passes away. More news.
Month: July 2013
Recap and reaction: USMNT 5–1 El Salvador
A strong second half ended any hopes of a El Salvador comeback as the US advanced to the Gold Cup semifinals.
Postgame video and quote sheet: Union 0-0 Timbers
Video of Rab Vartughian’s postgame press conference and locker room interviews with Ray Gaddis, Leo Fernandes, Jack McInerney, Brian Carroll and Amobi Okugo. Plus: postgame quote sheet.
Match Report: Philadelphia Union 0-0 Portland Timbers
Both sides had their chances, but a lack of quality in the final third left both the Union and the visiting Timbers with zeros in the scoreline. (Updated with quotes.)
Preview: Union vs Portland Timbers
Philly’s only playoff season was built on the foundation of Fortress PPL. On Saturday, the 2013 team have a chance to prove they can defend their home turf against the best road team MLS.
Gold Cup quarterfinal preview: USA v El Salvador
Now that the group stage has been so comfortably dispensed with, the focus of the United States team shifts to winning that big shiny trophy.