Analysis & player ratings: Union 3-1 Dynamo
The goals finally arrived for the Union, though not through the traditional playmaking sources.
The goals finally arrived for the Union, though not through the traditional playmaking sources.
There were few standouts as the Union were again held scoreless, this time by DC United.
It’s the same old story for the Union. Too much negative play and too little attacking support for the Union’s undersized lone striker.
A lone striker isn’t cutting it for the Union. Until John Hackworth recognizes this. however, their offensive slump will continue.
The possession, territory and chances were all there for the Union on the road against New England. The finishing however, was still not.
The Union needed all three points on Friday night. A conservative approach and sloppy execution kept them from achieving their goal.
The Union were sloppy and unnecessarily passive in falling 3-1 to the visiting Fire.
Smart defense by Montreal and slow build-up play by the Union meant a single set piece breakdown was enough to seal Philadelphia’s fate on Saturday.
The three points have been secured. Now PSP takes a look at the messy midfield that nearly cost the Union during Sunday night’s 2-1 victory over New England.
A lack of attacking chemistry and the bulldozer that is Kenny Cooper combined to end the Union’s winning streak at three.
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