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Danny Mwanga & the aerial game

The Union scored just two goals in the air this season, but the solution isn’t to sign a veteran target forward. Rather, it’s time for Danny Mwanga to work on his aerial game. PSP explains.

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Union 2012 home opener on Sunday, March 18

Philadelphia Union have announced the date of their 2012 home opener.

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RIP, Shane Kelly

The Philly soccer community lost one of its own when Shane Kelly was gunned down in Fishtown last week. PSP remembers — and mourns — the commissioner of the Casa Soccer League’s top division.

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The defense by shots on target

The Union set a new league record in 2011 for fewest shots on target allowed. We break down the numbers.

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Player ratings & analysis: Dynamo 1-0 Union (3-1 agg.)

The Union’s final match of the season showed off their skills and exposed their flaws: A strong defense and a young offense could not overcome a disciplined Dynamo.

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A look in the mirror

They picked the right players this season, and the players did their part. For the Union to take the next step, something else is required. PSP lays it out — briefly, since we still have the postgame hangover too.

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Union-Dynamo: analysis and player ratings

What was up with that starting lineup?

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Lineup breakdown: Union mid vs Dynamo mid

Brad Davis led the league in assists. The Union’s midfield formation is shaped like a cloud. And what about the new man Camargo? PSP’s Adam Cann and Eli Pearlman-Storch take a look at the battle in the midfield.

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Go big or go home

The regular season is no more. Neither is the away goals rule. That should mean one thing for the Union: ATTACK!!!!!!!!!

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Lineup breakdown: Between the pipes

Both All-Stars. Both big. Both in their first season as a MLS starter. Who has the advantage in goal? The Union with The Dragon or the Dynamo with Tally Hall?