The Union should beat NYCFC at home, but Pirlo and Lampard offer the home side a new precision compared to the last time these teams met. [Now with a brief update following Vincent Nogueira’s exit from the club]
Match previews
Preview: Union vs Columbus Crew
Philly’s aim should be simple: Win the ball in midfield and attack with fluidity.
Preview: Union at Colorado Rapids
Two conference leaders meet in Denver, but one will be missing key players and the other may rest some stars. What kind of match will we see?
Preview: Union at Orlando City SC
Late victories have both teams looking to build on recent momentum, but Orlando is a tough place to play and Philly needs to rest players ahead of tough tests against Colorado and Columbus.
Preview: Union vs DC United
DC United is winless on the road, Philly is averaging two goals per match at home. The Union should win on Friday if they can control Luciano Acosta and create space behind DC’s two-man midfield
Preview: Union at Montreal Impact
Montreal scores through Piatti but dominates by involving Harry Shipp. Philly has to play through the midfield quickly to catch their holding midfielders out of position.