Player ratings and analysis: Union 3-0 Portland Timbers
A collection of stellar performances were rightly overshadowed by Andrew Wenger’s first goal of the season as the Union made their dominance count against a flaccid opponent.
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Postgame
Postgame video and quote sheet: Union 3-0 Timbers
Postgame wrap with Mike and Kevin. Video of Jim Curtin’s postgame press conference and postgame comments from Andrew Wenger, Ray Gaddis, Vincent Nogueira, and Cristian Maidana.
Union match reports
Match Report: Philadelphia Union 3-0 Portland Timbers
Andrew Wenger’s first goal of the season, followed by a brace from Vincent Noguiera — and with Cristian Maidana assisting each goal — saw the Union dispatch Portland in an explosive 13 minute display in Saturday’s win.
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Match previews
Preview: Union vs Portland Timbers
Portland has won six of seven games, but injuries to Darlington Nagbe and Diego Chara could make them vulnerable on the road if Philly can transition quickly.
Postgame
Postgame video: Union 2-1 DC United
Greg and Eli’s postgame wrap. Curtin’s presser. Williams and Pfeffer on the win. Aristegueita on his loan being extended to stay with the Union.
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USOC match report: Philadelphia Union 2-1 DC United
Despite going a goal and a man down, the Union rallied to an impressive 2-1 victory over DC United, sending them into the quarterfinals of the US Open Cup.
Player ratings
Analysis and Player Ratings: Union 2-2 Impact
The weather dominated the day, as the Union were forced to settle for a 2-2 draw against the visiting Impact.
Postgame
Postgame video and quote sheet: Union 2-2 Montreal
Postgame video and transcript of Jim Curtin’s postgame press conference. Mike and Eli’s wrap. Video with Richie Marquez.
Union match reports
Match report: Philadelphia Union 2-2 Montreal Impact
Jack McInerney scored in his return to PPL Park but Maurice Edu leveled the score five minutes later as Philadelphia Union and Montreal Impact split the points at a rain-soaked PPL Park Saturday night.
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