Sean has been writing for PSP since February 2019. He now lives in Washington DC after graduating from West Virginia University. A former runner, he now spends his free time watching soccer. Wolfsburg and Southampton FC fan as well as the Union, so 2 of those 3 are yearly disappointments. For bad sports tweets and Union hot takes follow @Sean_Gris_PSP on Twitter.
The Euro 2020 group stage wraps up today, after a dramatic Round of 16 games yesterday. Copa America has concluded its group stage, with the favorites easily advancing. Javier Hernandez has won his 3rd MLS Player of the Week award, and Quinn Sullivan is up for MLS Goal of the Week.
The Union played to an exciting 3-3 draw against the Chicago Fire on Saturday night, while the rest of the league was in action over the weekend. The Portland Timbers have accused a Minnesota player of racial abuse, with an investigation coming. The Euro 2020 knockout rounds have started, and some surprising results are already coming out.
The Union earned a home win in front of a full capacity crowd on Wednesday night, with a great performance against the reigning MLS champions.
Jacob Glesnes has been named to the MLS Team of the Week thanks to his game tying wonder strike over the weekend. Euro 2020 continues on as Group D finishes play today, while other teams have already locked up their Round of 16 matchups.
Plus, all the action from the Euros and Copa America.
The Union will head down to Georgia to face Atlanta United as the 2 week international break comes to an end. Catch the match on ESPN at 2pm Sunday.
The Union are back in action next week, while one starter is getting action in Copa America, another may soon play in the Euros. Euro 2020 provided some upsets yesterday, with a big match later this afternoon. Leo Messi couldn’t deliver any Argentina win, despite his best efforts.
The Union may not be in action but several players made appearances for their national teams over the weekend. Euro 2020 kicked off, and Christian Eriksen is now stable and in the hospital. Copa America kicked off with a Brazil win against Venezuela.
Plus, news from international action all around the world.
The Union kept another clean sheet in the league, earning a 3-0 win over the Portland Timbers Sunday night. Several Union players were recognized for their performances over the weekend and from last season. Christian Pulisic is the first American male to play in and win the UEFA Champions League final. The USMNT fell to Switzerland Sunday 2-1 in a friendly.
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