Preview: Union vs Real Salt Lake
An established midfield system against a quality midfield still finding its rhythm. It should be an intriguing tactical battle when RSL come to Philly, but it might not be the most exciting game of the season.
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.
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