NYC’s inability to turn possession into chances should allow Philly to spring the counterattack on Saturday.
Match previews
Preview: Union vs Columbus Crew
The Union have a chance for revenge as the Crew come to PPL Park after smacking down the Union in late April.
Preview: Union at DC United
DC is on a three match winless streak and struggling to score. However, Ben Olsen’s side has been much stronger at home than on the road this season. Can the Union round out a resurgent May with another win over one of the better sides in the east?
Preview: Union at NYRB
Philly travels one state over to New Jersey to face a Red Bulls team that has successfully built the midfield the Union thought they had a year ago. With Maurice Edu suspended, Philadelphia needs immense performances from the duo that steps into central defense.
Preview: Union vs DC United
DC has risen to the top through shrewd roster development. Philly has sunk to the bottom by failing at the same game. The Union must create opportunities against a tenaciously organized defense to take home points off the Eastern Conference leaders on Sunday.
Preview: Union at Vancouver Whitecaps
The Union are in danger of floating away, but the mediocre Eastern Conference is granting them time. To get a result on Saturday in Vancouver they should have one primary goal: Prevent Pedro Morales from getting the ball in space to stifle the Whitecaps’ counterattack.