The fast start was down to energy, not quality, which is why it did not last in the Union’s 3-1 loss to Sporting KC on Saturday.
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Winners and winners: Union preseason matchday 4
There were quality performances throughout the side on Saturday afternoon, with the Union outplaying Toronto in every aspect of the match.
Winners and losers: Union preseason Matchday 2
There were few standouts from Wednesday’s drubbing at the hands of Columbus Crew, as PSP looks at the individual winners and losers from Wednesday’s match.
Winners & losers: Union preseason Matchday 1
No need to declare the season won or lost after the first preseason game. Instead PSP picks the best and worst individual performances from Saturday night.
Analysis & Player Ratings: Union 0-3 Red Bulls
Will Hackworth be able to progress forward from what has become a predictable and conservative tactical approach?
Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-2 Sporting KC
So much for 9 points from 4 matches. The performances against Houston and Kansas City have reminded all of MLS just how much work awaits the Union this offseason.