Updating Philadelphia’s central defense
We take a look at the central defensive channel in the Union’s developmental pipeline.
Articles written by: Tim Jones
Still learning soccer after nearly five decades. A southwestern Ohio buckeye transplanted to Chester County. Used to teach history, enjoys new ideas, sometimes bakes bread, is a sports fan, and loves apparently unconnected connections.
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MLS NEXT Pro Match Report / Philadelphia Union II
Match report: Columbus Crew 2 2-6 Philadelphia Union II
A goal scoring extravaganza from the great state of Ohio.
Commentary
History between America and Mexico provides background for Leagues Cup
Former history teacher Tim Jones delves into historic conflicts between Mexico and the United States to set the stage for the tournament that starts on Friday.
MLS NEXT Pro Match Report / Philadelphia Union II
Match report: Philadelphia Union II 2 – 1 New York Red Bull II
The evening after the first team beat NYC FC 2-1 at Subaru Park, Union II did the same to New York Red Bull II.
MLS NEXT Pro Match Report / Philadelphia Union II
Match report: Toronto FC II 1-1 (4-2) Philadelphia Union II
Jeremy Rafanello’s sensational goal wasn’t enough for Union II to earn three points on the road.
Commentary / Philadelphia Union II
The intriguing role of Union II loanee Carlos Rojas
Tim Jones has noticed something interesting about Union II’s defensive center midfield spot.
Analysis
Looking at the Eastern Conference’s goalkeepers
Tim Jones thinks about which keepers are making the biggest impact for their clubs this season.
MLS NEXT Pro Match Report / Philadelphia Union II
Match report: New York City FC II 1-3 Philadelphia Union II
A Jeremy Rafanello brace powered Union II’s second consecutive road win in a week, both against teams above them in the standings.
MLS NEXT Pro Match Report / Philadelphia Union II
Match report: Orlando City B 0 – 3 Philadelphia Union II
Union II continued to earn more points on the road than it does at home, beating Orlando City B 3-0 in Kissimmee, FL.
Commentary
Analyzing Union II’s recent goalkeeper signing
Tim Jones focuses in on the signing of 17-year-old Andrew Rick from the Union Academy.
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