Harsh conditions and a red card conspired with Chicago Fire to end the Union’s two match win streak. Although there were few outstanding performances, the trend of playing mostly mistake-free soccer continued.
Player ratings
Player ratings & analysis: Union 3-0 New England Revolution
The Union were very good defensively in their second win of the season, but there is plenty of work still to be done.
Analysis & player ratings: Columbus Crew 1-2 Philadelphia Union
The Union’s defensive organization gave them a chance to win on Saturday, and Chris Pontius did the rest.
Player ratings & analysis: FC Dallas 2-0 Union
The rest of the season won’t be this bad. But without some quickfire adjustments, next week could be.
Player ratings & analysis: Union 1-0 Orlando City SC
In a physical final match, Philly showed that there is hope for the future in a rugged, efficient performance.
Player ratings & analysis: NYRB 4-1 Union
The Union were mentally weak as a quick New York strike rendered the next 89 minutes moot.