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Rotation the name of the game for the Union in the Open Cup

With Jim Curtin planning a reserve-heavy lineup for tonight’s Open Cup clash, Peter Andrews examines why that plan makes sense.

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Match analysis: LAFC 2–2 Philadelphia Union

Jeremy Lane takes a look at another exciting multiple-goal draw against LAFC.

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Match analysis: Nashville SC 1–1 Philadelphia Union

Jeremy Lane takes a look at the Union’s near-spoiling of Nashville’s new stadium.

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Match analysis: Philadelphia Union 1-1 CF Montreal

Chris Gibbons looks at some first-half opportunities squandered in the Union’s weekend draw.

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Match analysis and player ratings: Toronto FC 2-1 Philadelphia Union

Peter Andrews looks at some of the flashpoints from Saturday’s match, and hands out the grades for a defeated Union side.

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Match analysis: Philadelphia Union 1–0 Columbus Crew

The Union beat the Columbus Crew on Saturday, 1–0, continuing a five-game winning streak. But the Crew made for a harder game than previous opponents.

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Match analysis: Philadelphia Union 2-0 Charlotte FC

Movement is magic, and the Union’s movement has been magical lately.

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Examining Alejandro Bedoya’s role in the Union’s tactical setup

James Nalton looks at what the Union’s 35-year-old captain has brought to the midfield so far this year.

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What is the significance of the Jose Riasco signing?

Tim Jones explains that there is more to the 18-year-old Venezuelan’s signing than just improving goal-scoring at Subaru Park.

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Match analysis: New York City FC 0–2 Philadelphia Union

The Union beat New York City FC on Saturday, 2–0, earning their first-ever away victory over the Cityzens. The win was a demonstration of the potency of the Union’s current tactical setup.