The Union will need Zach Pfeffer to become more central to the offense if they want to challenge New York this weekend.
Match previews
Preview: Union at DC United
Much like last season, Philly needs a strong run in the second half of the season to make a playoff push. A 120 minute midweek game will test the starters’ legs on Sunday.
Preview: Union at Toronto FC
Michael Bradley is missing, but the fourteen goals of Giovinco and Jozy Altidore mean Toronto are still plenty dangerous. The Union will be without the suspended Maurice Edu as they cross the border for a showdown at BMO Field.
Preview: Union vs Portland Timbers
Portland has won six of seven games, but injuries to Darlington Nagbe and Diego Chara could make them vulnerable on the road if Philly can transition quickly.
Preview: Union vs Montreal Impact
A tired Montreal side should be picked off by the Union at home.
Preview: Union vs Seattle Sounders
Can the Union return to collective effort when Seattle comes to town, or will they revert to the individual freelancing that doomed them in LA?