A youth movement is great in theory, but there’s a major catch for Philadelphia Union. If you play the kids too much, you could lose another key player in the expansion draft. PSP plays devil’s advocate and explains why more minutes for Danny Mwanga, Jack McInerney and Amobi Okugo could be bad for the Union, as much as we’d like to see it.
Justin Mapp scored a stoppage time game-winner and assisted on the equalizer to lead the Union to a dramatic come-from-behind win that ended their six-game winless streak. PSP has analysis, video highlights and player ratings.
With USL cities claiming 3 of the last 4 expansion franchises, will Philadelphia Union be the last MLS expansion team to start from scratch?
After drafting young and promising to develop talent, the Union have stuck with weary veterans as they fade from playoff contention. Put the young guys in.
PSP photographer Daniel Gajdamowicz made the trip to DC on Sunday for the Union’s loss. Here’s a photo essay of all the action.
The Independence missed an opportunity to solidify their hold on second place with a 1-0 road loss to Sky Blue FC in a match that featured a 112 minute rain delay.