Preview: Philadelphia Union at Sporting Kansas City
The Union’s win over KC in May was a preview of the tactics Jim Curtin has implemented since taking over. So can Philly repeat the feat?
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Match previews
Transfer News
Union sign Algerian goalkeeper Rais M’Bolhi
The Union have announced the signing of Algerian national team goalkeeper Rais M’Bolhi. Backup goalkeeper Brian Holt has been waived.
Player ratings
Stock Rising, Stock Falling: Union 0-1 Crystal Palace
After the Union fell 1-0 to Crystal Palace in Friday night’s friendly at PPL Park, we look at the individual performances that stood out, and those that fell short.
Postgame
Postgame video and quote sheet: Union 0-1 Crystal Palace
Video and transcript of Jim Curtins’s postgame press conference and locker room interviews with Danny Cruz, Pedro Ribeiro, and Brian Browm. Also, postgame quote sheet.
Union match reports
Match report: Philadelphia Union 0-1 Crystal Palace
An Ethan White own goal was all that separated the Crystal Palace and the Union, though Andre Blake’s heroics kept the scoreline from being far more lopsided.
Match previews
Preview: Union vs Crystal Palace
Adam Cann on what to expect when the Union host Crystal Palace in Friday’s friendly.
Player ratings
Analysis & player ratings: Fire 1-1 Union
Strong showings from Sebastien Le Toux, and center back pairing Maurice Edu and Ethan White, on a night when both the Union and Fire struggles to create shots on goal from open play.
Postgame
Postgame quotes: Fire 1-1 Union
Postgame quotes from Jim Curtin, Sebastien Le Toux, and Zac MacMath. Also, Chicago’s frustration with the penalty kick call.
Union match reports
Match recap: Chicago Fire 1–1 Philadelphia Union
Missing Maidana and feeling the grind of their third game in eight days, the Union stole a point at the death from the Chicago Fire.
Player ratings
Analysis and Player Ratings: Union 3-1 Red Bulls
You think the Union looked good on Wednesday night? Wait until Vincent Nogueira and Cristian Maidana get more time together with each playing in their preferred position. Then look out.
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