The Union nearly took all three points from Orlando City over the weekend. The team is playing with confidence like never before in their history, and it’s worth exploring what that means to Union players and fans alike.
Analysis
Fortress Bethlehem: What the Steel must do to make the playoffs
Bethlehem’s current position in the table, 5th, reflects that they have played the most games in the league, and that a “points-currently-won” table hides the fact. A points-per-game statistic is a more accurate comparison, and PSP has calculated one. We have also sketched out a possible path to the playoffs.
Postgame analysis: Philadelphia Union 1-0 New England Revolution
The Union weren’t perfect, but they handled New England’s manic press to earn a huge victory over the playoff wannabes.
Jay Sugarman on player development
Several days ago Union principal owner Jay Sugarman introduced new Sporting Director Ernst Tanner to the Media at Talen Energy Stadium. Tim Jones listened carefully and has been thinking about what he said.
Postgame analysis: Philadelphia Union 2-0 New York City FC
The Union not only played some breathtaking footy Saturday night, but absolutely shredded NYCFC’s game plan by enforcing their will and style on the match.
From Bethlehem to Canada – soccer and player development updated
Tim Jones charts the internal structure of the Steel’s current roster, shares a summary of the “MLS 2” sides in 2018, updates USL’s plans for Division 3 in 2019, and discusses progress toward 2019’s Canadian Premier League.