The Union and the Red Bulls go at it again tonight, except this time it’s a U.S. Open Cup qualifier. It won’t be on TV, and the Red Bulls will sit some starters. Here’s a preview.
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The Union wrap: 2-1 loss to New York Red Bulls
Same Le Toux + same Seitz + same brain cramp = same result.
Unfortunately for the hundreds of SoBs and other supporters making their way to the gleaming Red Bull Arena for the first leg of the newly minted I-95 derby, this formula was all too apparent.
Red Bulls 2-1 Union: I-95 derby summary
The Union fell to the Red Bulls 2-1, with two near-misses that could have tied the match late in the day.
Opposition Report: New York Red Bulls
The Red Bulls should provide a decent test in the first installment of the newest New York – Philadelphia rivalry.
Preview: Philadelphia Union at New York Red Bulls
An overhyped team named after a bad sports drink playing in a soccer palace in the market Philly loves to hate … Let’s introduce you to Michael “The Meast” Orozco and the Sons of Ben. America’s best new sports rivalry starts Saturday: Philadelphia Union vs. the New York Red Bulls.
All hell’s about to break loose.
Robert Pires in talks with Union
Former Arsenal star Robert Pires has been in contact with Philadelphia Union, Union manager Peter Nowak confirmed Wednesday. The winger/attacking midfielder could sign with the Union this summer after his contract runs out with Villareal.