A fluky loss should not send Union fans back to the doldrums.
Author: Adam Cann
Preview: Union at DC United
DC is on a three match winless streak and struggling to score. However, Ben Olsen’s side has been much stronger at home than on the road this season. Can the Union round out a resurgent May with another win over one of the better sides in the east?
Transcript: Jim Curtin’s weekly press conference
Jim Curtin on the win over NYRB, Saturday’s match in DC, Brian Sylvestre potentially being Cup tied to Carolina RailHawks, injury update, and more.
Player of the week: CJ Sapong
CJ Sapong’s brash, physical performance return to the team against New York earns him Player of the Week honors.
Player ratings and analysis: Red Bulls 0-2 Union
In a performance reminiscent of their late collapse against Kansas City, the Union had little possession or passing success. But the introduction of CJ Sapong changed the energy of the match and Philly rediscovered their counterattacking chops in a strong second half.
Preview: Union at NYRB
Philly travels one state over to New Jersey to face a Red Bulls team that has successfully built the midfield the Union thought they had a year ago. With Maurice Edu suspended, Philadelphia needs immense performances from the duo that steps into central defense.