The Union may not play the prettiest ball, but when it comes to making the playoffs, it’s results that matter.
Analysis
The Stoke-time continuum … and Danny Califf
A tale of two columns. 1) What happens when the North American version of Stoke City meets the actual Stoke City? 2) What the Union should do about Danny Califf.
The tactical implications of Donovan’s rebirth
Landon Donovan’s USMNT rebirth will cause some tactical dilemmas for Jurgen Klinsmann. Earl Reed explores.
Philadelphia Union and life as a small market team
Despite the big city, Philadelphia Union operate as a small market team. Here’s where they fall into the grand scheme of things in MLS, along with evaluations of every other MLS club as well and how this status affects everything the team does. After readers’ requests for this post, here you go.
Life without Mac, and other Union/MLS thoughts
Who will replace Jac Mac? This man. Also, how to fix Marfan, goalkeeper punches, the Union’s underwhelming signing at left back, and the universe’s curse on Carlos Bocanegra in this Five Thoughts column.
Hackworth after one year: On tactics
One year ago, John Hackworth took over the reins as the Union’s head coach. PSP looks at his tactical acumen as his first year as head coach concludes.