Match report: Philadelphia Union 2-3 Vancouver Whitecaps
Philadelphia Union scored first then gave up three straight goals to Vancouver Whitecaps, who left Chester with a 3-2 road victory. It was the Union’s first home loss of 2016.
Philadelphia Union scored first then gave up three straight goals to Vancouver Whitecaps, who left Chester with a 3-2 road victory. It was the Union’s first home loss of 2016.
Vancouver can counter effectively but struggle with decision-making in the final third. The Union need to control the tempo of the match from the outset.
Make no mistake: Alberg was the story. His finishing, movement, “dirty running,” and awareness were sublime. But there was a lot more to like about the Union performance than just their hat trick hero.
Mike and Matthew’s postgame wrap. Video and transcript of Jim Curtin’s postgame press conference. Postgame comments from Roland Alberg, Tranquillo Barnetta, Keegan Rosenberry, and Chris Pontius. More.
Roland Alberg scored the Union’s second ever hat trick as Philadelphia defeated Chicago 4-3.
The Fire should have earned a point against a good Colorado side, but their absentee offense is holding them back. Can the Union rebound after a dull showing against New York City?
Philadelphia Union came out of the gate flat against NYCFC on Saturday, falling prey to the great play of a talented rookie and a trio of savvy vets.
Transcript of postgame quotes from Jim Curtin, Richie Marquez, Roland Alberg, and Andre Blake following the 3-2 road loss to NYCFC.
Lampard, Villa, and Pirlo scored for NYCFC as they downed Philadelphia Union 3-2 at Yankee Stadium on Saturday.
The Union should beat NYCFC at home, but Pirlo and Lampard offer the home side a new precision compared to the last time these teams met. [Now with a brief update following Vincent Nogueira’s exit from the club]
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