Playing on the road: Travel and recovery
PSP’s series on what makes winning road games in MLS so tough continues with a look at how the physical and mental challenges of travel can affect a player’s ability to perform at a high level.
PSP’s series on what makes winning road games in MLS so tough continues with a look at how the physical and mental challenges of travel can affect a player’s ability to perform at a high level.
Our series looking at the challenges of playing on the road begins with a look at the logistics of the Union traveling.
Montreal came to PPL Park seeking only a draw. The Union wanted a win. Unfortunately, the Union lacked the creativity and finishing to take the victory that they deserved.
Video of John Hackworth’s press conference and postgame interviews with Ray Gaddis, Antoine Hoppenot, Zac MacMath and Sheanon Williams. Plus, postgame quote sheet.
The Union limited Montreal Impact’s potent offense to a single shot on target while creating a number of good chances for themselves. Unable to finish any of them, they were forced to settle for a 0-0 draw.
Reaction to the massacre in New England, cupcakin’ with Garfan and Wheeler, and Mike Lahoud gets a call up. It’s The Week in Tweets.
The Union need to keep a tight defensive shape against a Montreal side that will look to break through early against a makeshift Philadelphia backline.
With Amobi Okugo out 2 games and the playoffs on the line, the Union have to bounce back from some tough breaks and show what they’re made of. PSP’s Dan Walsh lays it out.
It all went wrong for the Union, who melted down after a refereeing decision didn’t go their way.
Postgame quotes from John Hackworth, Danny Cruz, and Brian Carroll after the 5-1 loss to New England.
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