The Union’s defensive organization gave them a chance to win on Saturday, and Chris Pontius did the rest.
Player ratings
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.
Analysis and player ratings: Toronto FC 3-1 Philadelphia Union
To cap a disappointing week, the Union fell to a flawed Toronto side as Andrew Wenger auditioned for a fullback spot.
Player ratings & (brief) analysis: Revolution 1-1 Union
The Union sat back and absorbed New England’s pressure. They earned a point through Andre Blake’s heroism and Fernando Aristeguieta’s fine finish, but they will need to transition with much more success to trouble Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday.