After two friendlies, the Union came out unscathed and confident. The team played well as a whole, but it’s the young guns who really turned heads.
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Stat chat: Union v Real Madrid
Looking at the Union’s stats against Real Madrid. Conclusion: Marfan is better than Cronaldo and Kaka.
Match report: Union 1-2 Real Madrid
They came to see Ronaldo and the stars of Madrid. They left talking of Michael Farfan, checking their cell phones to see replays of an incredible goal. The Union lost 2-1 to Real Madrid, but a strong performance should give the team confidence heading into the second half of the MLS season.
PSP’s Real Madrid primer
Real Madrid comes to Philadelphia, and they probably won’t stay at the Holiday Inn.
Match report: Union 1-0 Everton
Academy player Christian Hernandez scored late to lead the Union over a disappointing Everton side.
Stat chat: Three road wins
This week we look at the Union’s numbers in their three road wins. Plus, a look at the roster’s offensive statistics and the team’s improving league rankings in team statistics.