Articles written by: Adam Cann

Adam played soccer for Haverford College and now writes about Philadelphia Union with the kind of tactical analysis rarely seen in the US. He believes soccer bars that don't open for the early game are not soccer bars. Follow him on Twitter @PSPadam. Email him at acann@phillysoccerpage.com.

Press Conference

Jim Curtin’s midweek presser: Tribbett, Edu, Ilsinho, Kratz updates; can Jozy be stopped?

Jim Curtin gave updates on Ken Tribbett, Joshua Yaro, Maurice Edu, Ilsinho, and new signing Kevin Kratz ahead of this weekend’s showdown with first place Toronto FC.

KYW Philly Soccer Show

KYW Philly Soccer Show: Breaking Down Philadelphia Union’s Strengths And Weaknesses

Greg Orlandini and Adam Cann discuss tactical issues and how the Union can make adjustments to get back on track before the playoffs.

Player ratings

Analysis and Player Ratings: Timbers 2-1 Union

Philadelphia Union became too narrow and too stretched, but they still had chances to take points in a difficult environment in Portland.

Match previews

Preview: Union at Portland Timbers

Portland is very good at home, and both teams will feel a win will give them much needed breathing space in the playoff race. Can Philly shut down the Timbers’ dynamic attacking trio of Valeri, Adi, and Nagbe?

Signing News

Philadelphia Union acquire German midfielder Kevin Kratz

Philadelphia Union signed utility midfielder Kevin Kratz ahead of the MLS roster freeze deadline.

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Player ratings

Analysis and player ratings: Union 1-1 Montreal Impact

Set piece defending canceled out Tranquillo Barnetta’s fine goal in a lethargic but intriguing tactical battle.

Match previews

Preview: Union vs Montreal Impact

Montreal walloped the Union last time they met, but the Impact were on the receiving end of a wallop Wednesday night. How will they respond knowing that a road win will pull them into a tie with the Union in the Eastern Conference?

Tactics Talk

Making adjustments to a very good offense

The Union’s offense has scored a lot of goals, but that doesn’t mean there is room for improvement. Given how Chicago kept Philly quiet last weekend, what areas can the team work on over the last few games?

Player ratings

Analysis and Player Ratings: Chicago Fire 3-0 Union

Though the Union don’t have any fatal flaws, they fall apart when all of their defensive flaws are exposed at once.

USMNT

Match report: St. Vincent and the Grenadines 0-6 USA

Bobby Wood owned the first half then substitutes Sacha Kljestan and Christian Pulisic dominated the second frame as the USMNT crushed St. Vincent & the Grenadines in Kingstown, St. Vincent Friday afternoon.