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Looking at the Union’s starting midfield lineups

The Union used 26 different starting midfield lineups in 36 games played in 2011. What were they, which ones were repeated, how did they do?

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Statistical analysis of Union at Houston

We look at the Union’s stats from the final playoff game in Houston with a focus on the numbers for passing, crossing, attempts on goal and the impact of the substitutions.

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Player ratings & analysis: Dynamo 1-0 Union (3-1 agg.)

The Union’s final match of the season showed off their skills and exposed their flaws: A strong defense and a young offense could not overcome a disciplined Dynamo.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Featured / Local / MLS / Union

A look in the mirror

They picked the right players this season, and the players did their part. For the Union to take the next step, something else is required. PSP lays it out — briefly, since we still have the postgame hangover too.

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Match report: Dynamo 1-0 Union (3-1 agg)

After ten months, the Union ended their season where it began. In their wake they leave every reasonable expectation, and in the city they represent they will find nothing but love.

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Second Leg Preview: Union v Dynamo

It’s GO TIME!!! It’s been four days since the first leg and it already feels like an eternity.

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Featured / MLS / Union

Of tactics good and bad

Breaking down the tactics used by the Union on Sunday. We even use pictures!

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Where are the goals coming from?

With the Union in need of goals if they are to advance to the Eastern Conference Final, how have they scored this year?

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That new formation in stats

With two goals allowed, the five-man backline introduced in Sunday’s loss to Houston proved to be a defensive failure. But the formation was also supposed to produce offensive benefits. Did it?

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The things we know: An open letter to Union players

We know a lot of things about Philadelphia Union. On Thursday, only one of them really matters. Here’s a brief, open letter to the Union’s players, courtesy of PSP.