Analysis / Philadelphia Union II
by Tim Jones × on August 30, 2017 at 11:15 am ×
At the three-quarter mark of the season, Bethlehem Steel FC are still in the playoff picture but are in a dogfight with four other sides for one of the bottom three qualifying slots. Here’s our opinion of their chances.
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by Adam Cann × on August 29, 2017 at 11:07 am ×
Keegan Rosenberry and Josh Yaro finally took the field together in 2017. The results? Much like 2016.
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by Tim Jones × on August 16, 2017 at 10:30 am ×
PSP analyzes why the 2017 version of the Bethlehem Steel is better than that of the previous year. There are three clear reasons.
Analysis / Statistics
Home field advantage can be staggering in MLS. Chris Sherman breaks down the numbers to see if the referees have anything to do with that.
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Chris Sherman looks at the impact of short rest on performance. He also looks at whether MLS schedules favor home teams with longer rest and if that could impact home field advantage.
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Before the season began, the staff at Philly Soccer Page identified a group of players that seemed likely to have a large impact on the 2017 side’s success. Halfway through, it’s worth taking a look how that group have performed.
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PSP breaks down Andre Blake’s spectacular, game-defining save against D.C. United, looking at what led to it and how he did it.
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Andre Blake is the reigning MLS Goalkeeper of the Year and one of the best shot-stoppers in the league. He is also such a conundrum in possession that he is holding the Union back from reaching their full potential.
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Chris Sherman continues to investigate potential causes for home field advantage in MLS using statistical analysis. This second article demonstrates home field advantage and studies the effect of the size of the home crowd on the home team’s advantage.
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Haris Medunjanin has been the Union’s best offensive weapon. It’s probably time to bench him. Why? A lesson learned in the NBA is illuminating.
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