A difficult match against a strong Columbus side will test Philadelphia’s ability to steal points on the road. The Union need to find their counterattack through Maidana to threaten and relieve what will likely be heavy and consistent pressure.
Four points from two matches has given Philadelphia Union the foundation they need to climb the Eastern Conference standings. A talented New England side will look to halt Philly’s momentum on Sunday.
The Union will try to take six points from NYC FC in less than a week on the narrow Yankee Stadium pitch.
On Saturday, two teams struggling to put it all together will try to prove they are heading in the right direction.
Kansas City has looked good defensively, but as yet to put it all together going forward. The Union need to match their opponent’s level of defensive organization to compete on Sunday.
The Union should take three points for a struggling Chicago side that will be without two of its designated players. A smash and grab will be nice, but can Philly actually control the match?
Separated by 4 points after two weeks, Philadelphia welcomes Blas Perez and FC Dallas to town in a battle of unbeatens.
The Union believe they are a different team in 2015. This is their first opportunity to prove it.
After a thrilling 3-3 match at PPL Park in mid-June, Colorado embarked on an epic collapse. New holding midfielders should shore up MLS’s worst defense, but Wenger, Aristeguieta, and Le Toux will give Shane O’Neill and company an early test.
The Union will face a motivated Crew team fighting for third place finish in the East.
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