More than one Union fan thought AJ Soares was the perfect pick for Philly in the 2011 SuperDraft. A versatile defender, Soares is already a regular contributor for the New England Revolution. Coming off a midweek friendly against Manchester United, PSP asked him about playing the EPL champs and preparing for the first place Union.
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Sunday morning manager: Union at San Jose
When PSP runs our live commentary during away matches, we get lots of interesting comments and questions from readers. We take those comments and try to put together a list of questions that get to the heart of what Union fans want to know about the team.
At the half: Where we’ve been in 2011
A look back at the season so far.
Sunday morning manager: Union at DC
Questions to ponder as the Union again come from behind, securing a point in Washington DC.
Outside the Bubble: Chad Ashton, DC United
DC United assistant coach Chad Ashton – who calls Peter Nowak Coach of the Year – talks to the PSP about the Union’s counterattack, his team’s defensive struggles, and working new players into a team mid-season.
Stat chat: Vancouver v Union
The numbers from Saturday’s loss to Vancouver were just as you thought: as bad as those in the losses against Dallas and Portland. Not that Vancouver’s were much better, an indication of while the loss was so disappointing. Also, a look at Le Toux. Believe it or not, according to some offensive statistical measures, Le Toux is improving – except for the one that matters most.