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Articles written by: Blake Zuschnitt

Blake is a follower of all things sports, especially those sports in the Greater Philly region. He has a specific passion for soccer in Philadelphia, and a newly found passion for writing about it.

Commentary / Uncategorized

Storybook endings

by Blake Zuschnitt × on October 19, 2023 at 9:30 am × 25 comments

Is this the end of Kai Wagner and Alejandro Bedoya’s tenure as Union stars?

Uncategorized / Union match reports

Match report: Philadelphia Union 0-0 Nashville SC

by Blake Zuschnitt × on October 7, 2023 at 10:27 pm × 34 comments

A cold night in Chester saw two defensively stout, playoff teams play to a scoreless draw.

Analysis / Statistics / Uncategorized

2023 Union season stat round up: Through 32 matches

by Blake Zuschnitt × on October 5, 2023 at 9:14 am × 1 comment

Breaking down the Union’s statistical highs and lows as the MLS seasons nears its end.

Analysis / Commentary / Uncategorized

The diamond midfield is the Union’s most effective shape

by Blake Zuschnitt × on August 31, 2023 at 9:00 am × 5 comments

Blake Zuschnitt looks at the midfield success the Union find when playing in a diamond.

Commentary

The mountain, Messi, and beyond

by Blake Zuschnitt × on August 15, 2023 at 10:00 am × 15 comments

Blake Zuschnitt reflects on the Philadelphia Union’s journey from inception to hosting Lionel Messi.

Match previews

Match preview: Philadelphia Union vs DC United

by Blake Zuschnitt × on August 3, 2023 at 9:30 am × 2 comments

Previewing the Union’s match against DC United in Leagues Cup play.

Match previews

Match Preview: Philadelphia Union vs. Queretaro FC

by Blake Zuschnitt × on July 26, 2023 at 11:00 am × 3 comments

The Union finish their group stage matches against Liga MX side Querataro FC.

Analysis / Commentary

Best goals so far

by Blake Zuschnitt × on July 13, 2023 at 1:00 pm × 5 comments

As the MLS season nears a monthlong break, Blake Zuschnitt looks at some of the best goals scored by the Union this season.

Analysis / Commentary / Opinion / US / US Soccer / USMNT / USMNT

Mistakes give opportunity to wisdom

by Blake Zuschnitt × on June 23, 2023 at 11:00 am × 5 comments

Exploring what the future could hold for Gregg Berhalter at the helm of the U.S. Men’s National Team and how a player like Giovanni Reyna can fit into the system.

Analysis / Breaking News / Commentary / USMNT / USMNT

Flo in the States

by Blake Zuschnitt × on May 18, 2023 at 9:30 am × 3 comments

Blake Zuschnitt explores the journey of Folarin Balogun committing to US Men’s National Team and what it could mean for the squad’s 2026 World Cup hopes.