Peter Nowak, a postmortem
The Peter Nowak era is over. Philadelphia Union’s controversial manager is out. PSP evaluates his tenure, how it all unraveled, and what’s next for the Union.
The Peter Nowak era is over. Philadelphia Union’s controversial manager is out. PSP evaluates his tenure, how it all unraveled, and what’s next for the Union.
Nick Sakiewicz announced that Peter Nowak has stepped down as manager and vice president of the Union. John Hackworth takes over as manager.
The Union slogged through Tuesday night’s water-logged friendly, failing to find their top gear, falling to the City Islanders 3-2.
Ray Gaddis returned to his old stomping grounds, Roger Torres returned from injury, and Gabriel Farfan left injured in an exciting but chippy 3-2 win for Philadelphia Union over PDL affiliate Reading United.
Hoppenot and Marfan shined. Okugo showed he can play center back. Pajoy’s in over his head. PSP has player ratings and postgame analysis of the Union’s US Open Cup win over DC United.
Antoine Hoppenot scored in extra time to boost the Union to a 2-1 win Tuesday over D.C. United in the U.S. Open Cup.
The Union seek revenge for last year’s USOC exit against a strong and confident DC United.
Goals, goals against, possession… bah! In the end, it’s all about points. And the Union don’t have enough. PSP breaks down what the Union need to achieve in order to get back to the postseason. Be warned, it’ll be a daunting task.
Not even a thunderstorm could derail the Union’s attacking intent, as they moved on in the US Open Cup with a 3-0 over Rochester Rhinos.
Are the Union the worst team in MLS? PSP has analysis and player ratings of the Union’s 1-0 loss to Toronto.
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