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.
Match previews
Preview: Union at Chicago Fire
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?
Preview: Union vs FC Dallas
Separated by 4 points after two weeks, Philadelphia welcomes Blas Perez and FC Dallas to town in a battle of unbeatens.
Preview: Union at Real Salt Lake
The Union believe they are a different team in 2015. This is their first opportunity to prove it.
Match 1 Preview: Union vs Rapids
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.
Preview: Union at Columbus Crew
The Union will face a motivated Crew team fighting for third place finish in the East.