Summary of Jim Curtin’s midweek press conference
On Tuesday, Jim Curtin spoke to the media about working through a bad run, Josh Yaro’s fitness, and putting together 90 minutes ahead of Philadelphia Union’s trip to play LA Galaxy.
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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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Full transcript: Jim Curtin’s midweek presser
Jim Curtin talked about a rough first half in Orlando, Fafa Picault’s contributions, and Jay Simpson’s health in his midweek press conference.
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