Articles written by: Blake Zuschnitt

Blake is a follower of all things sports, especially those sports in the Greater Philly region. He has a specific passion for soccer in Philadelphia, and a newly found passion for writing about it.

Union match reports

Match report: Deportivo Saprissa 2-3 Philadelphia Union

The Union get the 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup off and running with a 3-2 triumph at Deportivo Saprissa.

Commentary / Daily news roundups / Preseason / Union

Wheels Up

The Union return to sunny Clearwater for part two of their preseason. Blake Zuschnitt shares some exciting news regarding a new face included on the team plane for the trip.

Player ratings / Uncategorized

Player ratings: FC Cincinnati 1 – 0 Philadelphia Union

How did the Union players fare in their final appearance of 2023?

Commentary / Uncategorized

Storybook endings

Is this the end of Kai Wagner and Alejandro Bedoya’s tenure as Union stars?

Uncategorized / Union match reports

Match report: Philadelphia Union 0-0 Nashville SC

A cold night in Chester saw two defensively stout, playoff teams play to a scoreless draw.

Analysis / Statistics / Uncategorized

2023 Union season stat round up: Through 32 matches

Breaking down the Union’s statistical highs and lows as the MLS seasons nears its end.

Analysis / Commentary / Uncategorized

The diamond midfield is the Union’s most effective shape

Blake Zuschnitt looks at the midfield success the Union find when playing in a diamond.

Commentary

The mountain, Messi, and beyond

Blake Zuschnitt reflects on the Philadelphia Union’s journey from inception to hosting Lionel Messi.

Match previews

Match preview: Philadelphia Union vs DC United

Previewing the Union’s match against DC United in Leagues Cup play.

Match previews

Match Preview: Philadelphia Union vs. Queretaro FC

The Union finish their group stage matches against Liga MX side Querataro FC.