Tactical Analysis

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Tactical preview: Accam for the attack, but is the defense good enough to make you stay?

PSP’s Adam Cann gives you a comprehensive preview of the Union’s tactics this season

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Tactical analysis: Philadelphia Union 6-1 Orlando City SC

PSP’s Adam Cann breaks down the Union’s final match of the season.

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Tactical analysis: Chicago Fire 3-2 Philadelphia Union

The Union came from behind in the first half and gave up a lead late in the second half as Chicago’s big attacking signing registered a hat trick and the Union’s entered in the 90th minute.

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Tactical analysis: Atlanta United 3-0 Philadelphia Union

PSP’s Adam Cann breaks down the Union’s 3-0 beatdown loss to Atlanta.

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Tactical analysis: Philadelphia Union 3-1 Chicago Fire

Tweaking the midfield shape pays off as the Union stifle Chicago and ride Chris Pontius’ first goals of the season to victory.

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Tactical analysis: New Jersey Red Bulls 0-0 Philadelphia Union

A look at the Union’s draw against the perpetually frustrated Red Bulls.

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Tactical analysis: Minnesota United 1-1 Philadelphia Union

A wild and ugly game produced some intriguing tactical moves by the managers, but the scoreline reflects Philly’s chronic inability to create good chances out of good positions.

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Tactical analysis: Philadelphia Union 2-2 Atlanta United FC

Philadelphia Union lost a lead in extra time for the second time in three matches. What can they do further up the pitch to protect the defense?

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Tactical analysis: Toronto FC 3-0 Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union gave up two set piece goals and rarely threatened from open play, falling to a calm and composed Toronto FC side on the road.

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Tactical analysis: San Jose Earthquakes 2-2 Philadelphia Union

Goals off set piece scrambles nearly helped the Union pull off a rare road win, but a few systemic issues remain to be solved before a showdown with Toronto FC.