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Preview: Union vs Red Bulls
The Red Bulls are without Olave and Juninho as they arrive at PPL Park only three points ahead of the Philadelphia Union. Can Philly shut down Thierry Henry and match New York in the standings?
Union acquire goalkeeper Oka Nikolov
Philadelphia Union have acquired veteran Bundesliga goalkeeper Oka Nikolov. Updated with comments from Hackworth’s news conference on Wednesday afternoon.
Farfans highlight the differing development tracks
While Michael Farfan’s path to MLS culminated in the SuperDraft, Gabriel Farfan’s path to MLS (and possibly out of it) included a stop in Mexico.
Hackworth after one year: On tactics
One year ago, John Hackworth took over the reins as the Union’s head coach. PSP looks at his tactical acumen as his first year as head coach concludes.
Analysis & player ratings: DCU 3-1 Union
Don Anding shines, Keon Daniel doesn’t, and a healthy D.C. midfield finally emerges for a bit. PSP has analysis and player ratings on Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup match.