Articles written by: Christian Sandler

Christian has a degree in journalism but now sells golf clubs for a living. Funny how that works. He grew up in Tampa, but has roots in Bucks County, where he now lives. Find him on a golf course or in movie theater.

Season Reviews / Union

Season review: David Accam, bust or bad luck?

by × on November 12, 2018 at 12:15 pm × 9 comments

David Accam didn’t live up to expectations. In our latest Season Review piece, Christian Sandler takes a look at why and what to look for in the future.

Raves

Raves: Brendan Burke, the straight talker

by × on September 24, 2018 at 11:32 am × 2 comments

It’s not just that he’s producing a playoff team with a revolving door lineup, but Bethlehem Steel head coach Brendan Burke calls it like he sees it in a way few coaches do. PSP’s Raves series continues.

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Union / Union match reports

Match report: Seattle Sounders 0-1 Philadelphia Union

by × on September 20, 2018 at 2:28 am × 32 comments

Fafa Picault’s late goal made the difference as the Union snatched three points far from home, snapping Seattle’s nine-match win streak with a 1-0 win.

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Commentary / Union

What could have been: John McCarthy

by × on September 12, 2018 at 9:45 am × 7 comments

No one is unhappy that Andre Blake is the Union’s keeper. But Christian Sandler asks what could have been with John McCarthy.

Match previews / Union

Match preview: Philadelphia Union – Orlando City

by × on August 31, 2018 at 8:30 am × 5 comments

Can the Union maintain their run of form on the road? Christian Sandler has the match preview for Saturday’s match against Orlando City.

Philadelphia Union II / USL Match report

Match report: Bethlehem Steel 2-0 Ottawa Fury FC

by × on August 23, 2018 at 8:45 am × 1 comment

A brace from the in-form Santi Moar powered Bethlehem Steel past Ottawa Fury on Wednesday night.

Commentary / Union

Cory Burke might be special

by × on August 21, 2018 at 11:25 am × 23 comments

The Union have been looking for a striker. He may have been here all along.

Philadelphia Union II / USL / USL Match report

Match report: Bethlehem Steel 2-0 Toronto FC II

by × on August 17, 2018 at 11:21 am × 3 comments

Bethlehem took home three points from up north.

Player ratings

Player ratings: Philadelphia Union 3-2 New England Revolution

by × on August 13, 2018 at 10:08 am × 14 comments

Some clutch performances from the Union in their big road win over New England. PSP’s Christian Sandler hands out ratings.

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Union match reports

Match report: Houston Dynamo 1-3 Philadelphia Union

by × on July 26, 2018 at 12:22 am × 40 comments

The Union snare a big win in Houston.

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