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.

Tactical Analysis

Tactical analysis: NYCFC 2-1 Philadelphia Union

NYC executed their tactical approach better than Philly and it paid off with a late win.

Tactical Analysis

Post-match analysis: Real Salt Lake 1-0 Philadelphia Union

Real Salt Lake out-Union’d the Union last weekend.

Press Conference

Summary of Jim Curtin’s midweek presser

Jim Curtin discussed the health of Josh Yaro, Roland Alberg, and Fabian Herbers in his midweek press conference.

Tactical Analysis

Post-match analysis: Union 2-1 Colorado Rapids

The Union persevered against a well-organized Rapids defense to secure a club-record fourth consecutive victory.

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Interview

PSP talks tactics with Union head coach Jim Curtin

Jim Curtin has guided Philadelphia Union through some difficult times, but now he is tasked with helping the club build a new foundation for success. A slow start has led many to question whether he’s up for the job. PSP spoke to Curtin to find out more about how the adjustments he has made to help the team get back on track.

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Tactical Analysis

Post-match analysis: Union 2-0 Houston Dynamo

The front four were stupendous as the Union earned their third straight win to rise within touching distance of the red line.

Tactical Analysis

Post-match analysis: DC United 0-4 Philadelphia Union

The Union rode a dominant performance from Haris Medunjanin to their second consecutive win.

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US

Derrick Jones named to US Men’s U-20 World Cup squad

Union midfielder Derrick Jones was called up for Men’s U-20 World Cup.

Tactical Analysis

Post-match analysis: Union 3-0 NY Red Bulls

A strong first half and a break in the second gave the Union their first win of the season.

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Tactical Analysis

Post-match analysis: LA Galaxy 0-0 Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union escaped LA with a point despite showing off many of the same issues that have driven their 2017 struggles.