Player ratings & analysis: FC Dallas 2-0 Union
The rest of the season won’t be this bad. But without some quickfire adjustments, next week could be.
The rest of the season won’t be this bad. But without some quickfire adjustments, next week could be.
Postgame comments from Jim Curtin following the Union season opening 2-0 loss to Dallas.
FC Dallas dominated from the opening whistle, handing Philadelphia Union a 2-0 loss to start the 2016 MLS regular season.
Last year the Union began the season against one of MLS’ worst teams. In 2016, they face one of the best. A revamped defense will be put to the test when Philly faces Dallas on Sunday.
C.J. Sapong’s goal powered the Union to a 1-0 win over Toronto in their last preseason game of 2016.
Ilsinho was sent off and a feisty preseason affair ended 0-0 between the Union and the Red Bulls.
With an open international spot following Vincent Nogueira receiving a green card, the Union sign Brazilian midfielder Ilsinho to a two-year deal using Targeted Acquisition Money.
Drexel alum’s contract with Bethlehem Steel is terminated with his signing by the Union.
Missimo joins fellow 2016 draft picks Joshua Yaro, Keegan Rosenberry, Fabian Herbers, and Taylor Washington on the Union roster.
The Union notched their first win of 2016 behind a pair of assists from Ilsinho and a solid defensive performance.
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