Analysis and player ratings from the Union’s loss in Columbus. Rotating rosters, cheap turnovers, an absence of attacking runs, poor ball movement – is the offensive malaise creating a confidence problem in the defense?
Veljko Paunovic tied the match before halftime but a strange handball call gave the Crew a penalty winner early in the second half.
Sebastien Le Toux put away two penalty kicks to earn the Union a late point against FC Dallas. (UPDATE: Video highlights added to post.)
A stunning performance from Jack McInerney gave the Union an early lead, but Geoff Cameron equalized five minutes from time as Sebastien Le Toux’s snake-bitten season in front of net continued.
Veljko Paunovic returned to the starting lineup and netted a fine opener, but the Union never took control of the match and a Pavel Pardo equalizer doomed Philadelphia to a single point in Chicago.
A fine performance from Roger Torres was not enough to pull the Union back after they dug another first half hole against a quality opponent.
They came to see Ronaldo and the stars of Madrid. They left talking of Michael Farfan, checking their cell phones to see replays of an incredible goal. The Union lost 2-1 to Real Madrid, but a strong performance should give the team confidence heading into the second half of the MLS season.
Academy player Christian Hernandez scored late to lead the Union over a disappointing Everton side.
Carlos, Carlos and Sheanon: Ruiz got his sixth while Valdes and Williams got the first of their careers. Three great goals earned the Union three points and a return to first place as they prepare for a week of friendlies.
The Union outplayed San Jose but only threatened sporadically and picked up only one point.
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