Philadelphia Union
The Union conceded too much possession and territory in the first half, and it ultimately cost them when they ran out of gas against San Jose. PSP has postgame analysis and player ratings, as well as video of post game press conference and interviews with the players.
Steven Lenhart’s stoppage time goal broke Union hearts, and the 2-1 victory kept the Western Conference leading San Jose Earthquakes rolling in 2012. PSP has a match report and quotes from both teams.
The big decision is in the back line: Keep Gaddis or restore Lopez? Ok, easy decision. Now on to the Quakes: Where’s Wondo, beating Beitashour, stopping Stephenson.
The Union coach will miss two games as a result of leaving the technical area and entering the field of play during the win against Chivas USA.
Zac MacMath recorded his third consecutive shutout on Saturday, a feat never before accomplished by a Union goalkeeper. We take a look at how he and the Union defense are getting the job done.
A win’s a win for the Union who will be glad to bring three points back from the west coast despite a less than stellar performance. Suspensions to Gabriel Farfan and Keon Daniel will hurt the team in the short term, though.