The Union’s midfield play was found wanting by an in-form Sounders outfit that controlled the match from the opening whistle.
Player ratings
Analysis and player ratings: Union 1-2 Earthquakes
The Union conceded too much possession and territory in the first half, and it ultimately cost them when they ran out of gas against San Jose. PSP has postgame analysis and player ratings, as well as video of post game press conference and interviews with the players.
Analysis & player ratings: Chivas USA 0-1 Union
A win’s a win for the Union who will be glad to bring three points back from the west coast despite a less than stellar performance. Suspensions to Gabriel Farfan and Keon Daniel will hurt the team in the short term, though.
Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-0 Crew
Solid throughout, the Union deserved their victory. But with only three goals from five matches, changes need to be made up top. Includes video interviews with Sheanon Williams, Raymon Gaddis, Gabriel Farfan, Brian Carroll.
Analysis & player ratings: Union 0-0 Whitecaps
On the plus side, the defense was much improved for the Union. The offense, however, was not.
Analysis & player ratings: Fire 1-0 Union
It was another case of new formation, new tactics, same result for the slumping Union, who return home to face the Le Toux-led Whitecaps without a point to their name after three matches.