Philadelphia Union emailed Union fans with a message from John Hackworth on Monday morning. Union players got even more personal Monday afternoon by reaching out to call season ticket-holders. What in the name of Tom Veit is going on? PSP isn’t sure, but since we don’t have Hackworth’s personal email, one PSP contributor replies to Hackworth with an open letter.
It’s the same old story for the Union. Too much negative play and too little attacking support for the Union’s undersized lone striker.
Despite turning in a stuttering, sluggish performance on Saturday afternoon, a late goal by Sheanon Williams earned the Union a point against Toronto, as their winless streak crept to 7 games.
No wins in the last fourteen combined matches for the Union and Toronto FC. Will a two week break breathe new life into Philly’s struggling offense? Or will TFC once again shame the Union and put three points up at home?
The Union are 3-2-1 against Toronto all time. We’ve got all of the match stats, highlights from our match reports and analysis, video highlights, and more.
A look at Union goals for and against after 25 games, including the dramatic rise in headed goals allowed this season.
Adu expected to be the playmaker when he arrived at the Union but Farfan has more often been given that role. What do the stats say about their play?
A look at the Union’s stats for shots and goals.
In John Hackworth’s first match since being appointed permanent Union manager, he showed he knows when to listen and when to ignore what he’s listening to. PSP explores the good in Hackworth’s first match but has some big, fat questions about his “long-term contract.”
A lone striker isn’t cutting it for the Union. Until John Hackworth recognizes this. however, their offensive slump will continue.
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