The frustration of Chris Pontius
Chris Pontius hasn’t scored a goal this season, despite playing almost every game. Peter Andrews considers his frustrating season and why Pontius continues to start every game.
Articles written by: Peter Andrews
Peter Andrews has covered the Union for PSP since 2014. He is PSP's former managing editor and writes a regular column, "For Pete's Sake," for the site. Follow him on Twitter @pfandrews.
For Pete's Sake
Union / Union match reports
Match report: Minnesota United 1-1 Philadelphia Union
Goals by C.J. Sapong and Ethan Finlay canceled each other out as — with a little help from VAR — Philadelphia Union earned a 1-1 draw at Minnesota United.
For Pete's Sake
Union a class below their fun-to-watch opponents
Last week’s matches against Toronto and Atlanta were evidence of what creativity, talent, and — yes — cash can do for your soccer team. Peter Andrews on another tough week for the too-boring Philadelphia Union.
For Pete's Sake
The kids aren’t alright
The Union plan to build through their academy. But there’s no proof the current staff can manage young players once they’re ready for first-team minutes. Peter Andrews on the regression of the Union’s youngsters this season.
For Pete's Sake
Time to demand more on the road
Why can’t the Union replicate their home form on the road? Peter Andrews discusses the need for the Union to be bold on the road, along with his thoughts about Ilsinho, Ray Gaddis, and VAR.
Press Conference
Notes from Jim Curtin’s weekly press conference
Jim Curtin talked playoffs, injuries, transfer rumors, young players, and the MLS All-Star Game in his weekly press conference.
Feature / For Pete's Sake
Every player in Union history, ranked
The Union have signed 126 players to first-team contracts in their history. Let’s remember some guys. Peter Andrews walks us through the good, the bad, the ugly, and the Mbolhi.
Union match reports
Match report: New England Revolution 3-0 Philadelphia Union
Stuck in first gear, Philadelphia Union failed to trouble the New England Revolution, who rode a brace from Kei Kamara to a 3-0 victory.
Union match reports
Match report: Philadelphia Union 3-0 Columbus Crew
Philadelphia brushed aside nine-man Columbus Crew 3-0 at Talen Energy Stadium, but an on-field confrontation between Roland Alberg and C.J. Sapong took some luster off the victory.
Union match reports
Match report: Columbus Crew 1-0 Philadelphia Union
The Union’s shorthanded, sputtering offense failed to threaten Columbus Crew SC, who rode a lucky goal from Justin Meram to a 1-0 victory at MAPFRE Stadium.
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