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.

Interview

PSP talks to Warren Creavalle

by × on March 30, 2016 at 1:45 pm × 2 comments

PSP talks to Warren Creavalle about his role in midfield and how the team is preparing for Chicago Fire.

Statistics

PSP talks to AmericanSoccerAnalysis about the numbers behind the Union’s hot start

by × on March 29, 2016 at 11:45 am × 13 comments

PSP spoke with Harrison Crow of AmericanSoccerAnalysis about the numbers behind Philly’s hot start to the season and the steady development of statistical analyses in Major League Soccer.

Olympic Qualifying

Olympic qualifying playoff first leg: Colombia U-23s 1-1 USA U-23s

by × on March 26, 2016 at 3:16 am × 5 comments

The US scored early and after conceding a penalty kick held on for the 1-1 draw.

Interview

PSP talks to Philadelphia Union defender Ken Tribbett

by × on March 24, 2016 at 11:45 am × 6 comments

PSP talks to Ken Tribbett about his path to MLS, his transition to defense, and bouncing back from the season opener.

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: Union 3-0 New England Revolution

by × on March 22, 2016 at 11:25 am × 102 comments

The Union were very good defensively in their second win of the season, but there is plenty of work still to be done.

Match previews

Preview: Union vs New England Revolution

by × on March 17, 2016 at 11:30 am × 21 comments

Both Philly and New England have yet to establish an identity this season. The Union will look to build on last week’s win as they aim for the first of (at least) ten home victories in 2016.

Player ratings

Analysis & player ratings: Columbus Crew 1-2 Philadelphia Union

by × on March 14, 2016 at 12:38 pm × 93 comments

The Union’s defensive organization gave them a chance to win on Saturday, and Chris Pontius did the rest.

Interview

PSP talks to Columbus holding midfielder Wil Trapp

by × on March 10, 2016 at 12:09 pm × 4 comments

Adam Cann talks to Columbus holding midfielder Wil Trapp ahead of Saturday’s game against the Union.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Match previews

Preview: Union at Columbus Crew

by × on March 10, 2016 at 10:30 am × 40 comments

Philadelphia Union need to rebound against a talented Columbus side. Philly may not get a win, but they need to show more fight than they did last week.

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: FC Dallas 2-0 Union

by × on March 8, 2016 at 12:17 pm × 61 comments

The rest of the season won’t be this bad. But without some quickfire adjustments, next week could be.

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