Before so much as kicking a ball, the Philadelphia Union made Carlos Ruiz the new face of the franchise. But his lazy play is in marked contrast to a Union team that finished 2010 ripe with confidence and chemistry. After unseating Danny Mwanga in the starting lineup, is the chemistry problem Ruiz?
Will Nakazawa write a Union song on his ukulele? Will any team splash the cash for Feilhaber? Will you miss any of the next three Madrid/Barca showdowns? And more news…
PSP photographer Nicolae Stoian’s photo essay of the Union v Sounders.
Full player ratings and analysis from the Union’s home tie with Seattle.
Roundup of quotes and reaction to Saturday’s disappointing result and more news.
“Don’t be afraid to score the second goal.” That was Peter Nowak’s message to his team after Saturday’s 1-1 home tie against Seattle.