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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.

Analysis / Union

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.

Analysis

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.

Analysis / Union

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.

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Match analysis: Philadelphia Union 2-0 San Jose Earthquakes

The Quakes tried to pass a test without reading the primary source material. That’s a recipe for failure.

Analysis / Breaking News

Six more Union II signings announced

Tim Jones breaks down how Philadelphia Union II’s 2022 squad is beginning to take shape.

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Match analysis: CF Montreal 1-2 Philadelphia Union

Peter Andrews examines the return of the high press and positive signs from the strikers in Saturday’s win over Montreal.

Analysis / Commentary

The first goal and the lost man

A new attacker and an old defender give a taste of what’s possible in Chester in 2022.