Preview: Union at Orlando City SC
Two struggling defenses face off as the Union attempt to contain Kaka while Orlando tries to figure out why its midfield has turned into a sieve.
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Match previews
Player ratings / Union
Analysis and player ratings: Union 1-3 Red Bulls
New York targeted the left channel, and Shaun Wright-Phillips won his mano-y-mano matchup with Ray Gaddis in the second half. Philly heads to Orlando desperately in need of an identity and a win.
Postgame
Postgame video and quote sheet: Union 1-3 Red Bulls
Mike and Eli’s postgame wrap. Video and transcript of Jim Curtin’s postgame press conference. Interviews with Fernando Aristegueita and Andre Blake. Quote sheet.
Union match reports
Match Report: Philadelphia Union 1-3 New York Red Bulls
Philadelphia Union fell behind, equalized, but ultimately fell short as the Red Bulls triumphed 3-1 at PPL Park.
Press Conference / Signing News
Tranquillo Barnetta presser: Availability and expectations
New midfield signing Tranquillo Barnetta, head coach Jim Curtin and technical director Chris Albright spoke to the media Friday. Barnetta is unlikely to start but will be available tomorrow when the Red Bulls come to PPL Park.
Match previews
Preview: Union vs New York Red Bulls
The Union will need Zach Pfeffer to become more central to the offense if they want to challenge New York this weekend.
Transfers
Official: Union sign Tranquillo Barnetta
Swiss international arrives on a free transfer in a deal involving Targeted Allocation Money.
Player ratings
Player ratings and analysis: DC United 3-2 Union
Ben Olsen used Fabinho’s arm injury late in the first half to tinker with his team shape. It paid off almost immediately and the Union never regained a foothold in the match.
Transfer News
Union, Carlos Valdes, mutually agree to terminate contract
Union and Carlos Valdes mutually agree to terminate his contract with the club.
Union match reports
Recap: DC United 3–2 Philadelphia Union
After scoring two goals in the first four minutes, the Union eventually gave up three of their own, falling prey to the boa-constrictor-like grip of DC United.
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