When Earnie Stewart took the helm of the Philadelphia Union, he inherited a fanbase so tired of failure as to mutiny against the team’s ownership. How each defines that relationship is a significant part of the team’s “now” narrative.
Author: Chris Gibbons
Player ratings: New York Red Bulls 2-0 Philadelphia Union
Plenty of players share the responsibility for the Union’s loss against the Red Bulls. This week’s Player Ratings explain.
How good is Andre Blake?
Andre Blake is the reigning MLS Goalkeeper of the Year and one of the best shot-stoppers in the league. He is also such a conundrum in possession that he is holding the Union back from reaching their full potential.
Player ratings: Philadelphia Union at Real Salt Lake
The Union’s six-match unbeaten streak came to an end. Though the Boys in Blue had their chances, Real Salt Lake were the better side and earned their victory.
On luck and chemistry: Regression to the mean?
Are the Union, unbeaten in six, better than they were to start the season, when they started without a win in six? A few key stats intrigue.
Match preview: Philadelphia Union at D.C. United
For the second time in 2017, and looking to avenge an earlier loss, the Union travel to the District for a match up against their conference rivals, D.C. United.