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?
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.
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!!!!!!!!!
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?
Time for Nowak to show his managerial worth
Peter Nowak might have a claim to MLS executive of the year, but his questionable lineup choices have cost the Union points for two years. Now it’s playoff time, and there will be no decision more important for the Union than the starting lineups. This is Nowak’s time to prove he’s truly a great coach. Will he do it?