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.

Match previews

Preview: Union vs Chicago Fire

The Fire should have earned a point against a good Colorado side, but their absentee offense is holding them back. Can the Union rebound after a dull showing against New York City?

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: NYCFC 3-2 Union

Philadelphia Union came out of the gate flat against NYCFC on Saturday, falling prey to the great play of a talented rookie and a trio of savvy vets.

Union match reports

Match report: NYCFC 3-2 Philadelphia Union

Lampard, Villa, and Pirlo scored for NYCFC as they downed Philadelphia Union 3-2 at Yankee Stadium on Saturday.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Opinion

Vincent Nogueira was unique, but not irreplaceable

With Vincent Nogueira gone, what should the Union do now?

Match previews

Preview: Union at NYCFC

The Union should beat NYCFC at home, but Pirlo and Lampard offer the home side a new precision compared to the last time these teams met. [Now with a brief update following Vincent Nogueira’s exit from the club]

US Open Cup

USOC match report: Union 3-2 City Islanders

A glorious Roland Alberg free kick allowed the Union to sneak by the Harrisburg City Islanders after giving up a two goal lead on Wednesday night in Chester.

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: Union 3-2 Columbus Crew

The Union dominated the Columbus midfield and go into the Copa America break at the top of the Eastern Conference.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Match previews

Preview: Union vs Columbus Crew

Philly’s aim should be simple: Win the ball in midfield and attack with fluidity.

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: Rapids 1-1 Union

The Union and Rapids confirmed a lot of stereotypes about American soccer in what was mostly a staid game, until suddenly it wasn’t. PSP’s Adam Cann offers analysis and player ratings for Saturday’s 1-1 draw.

Match previews

Preview: Union at Colorado Rapids

Two conference leaders meet in Denver, but one will be missing key players and the other may rest some stars. What kind of match will we see?