The Union can play more aggressive defensively against a depleted Dallas side, but can they counterattack effectively against a conservative midfield and big defense?
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Player ratings & analysis: Revolution 1-3 Union
There were signs of real progress as the Union returned to league play with a 3-1 road win over New England.
Postgame quote sheet: Revolution 1-3 Union
Postgame comments from the Union’s Jim Curtin, Sebastien Le Toux, Amobi Okugo, and from New England’s Jay Heaps, Chris Tierney, and Jose Goncalves.
Match Report: New England Revolution 1-3 Philadelphia Union
The Union returned to league action with a 3-1 victory in New England. Jim Curtin moves to 3-0-0 as interim Philadelphia coach.
Preview: Philadelphia Union at New England Revolution
A new head coach will lead the Union out against a team that recently put five past them with ease. Jim Curtin will be looking for a stout defensive showing from his new charges as the Union try to solve New England before the teams meet in the US Open Cup on July 8.
Analysis and Player Ratings: Union 2-1 Cosmos
The 4-4-2 the Union trotted out against the Cosmos left wide open spaces in the heart of the pitch on both sides of the ball. If they choose to do the same against the Revolution on Saturday, the result will likely be very different.