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An unorthodox week for Union II

by Ben O'Brien × on August 12, 2020 at 11:30 am × 3 comments

A coaching change, a first win, and a positive COVID-19 test made for an unusual week for Philadelphia Union II.

News roundup: Portland wins MLS is Back, Celtic interest in McKenzie, Sancho staying in Germany

by John Osborn × on August 12, 2020 at 11:00 am × 2 comments

Plus, Union II’s Jack McGlynn named to USL Team of Week, Penn’s Emily Sands nets professional contract, Christy Holly to coach NWSL’s Racing Louisville, more.

Featured / Union

Jim Curtin needs to learn to trust himself

by Jim O'Leary × on August 11, 2020 at 12:56 pm × 12 comments

The Union’s head coach has grown into his role, earning the trust of his players and to a lesser extent the fans. So why can’t he trust himself?

Daily news roundups

News roundup: MLS is Back awards, Matuidi to Miami, Europa League action

by Sean Griswold × on August 11, 2020 at 9:21 am × 6 comments

The Union’s Andre Blake and Brenden Aaronson are both up for MLS is Back awards, while the final between Portland and Orlando is tonight. Blaise Matuidi is set to join Inter Miami, while Sam Mewis heads to Manchester City. The Europa League was back in action Monday.

Analysis

Match analysis: Philadelphia Union 1 – 2 Portland Timbers

by Chris Gibbons × on August 10, 2020 at 11:15 am × 5 comments

Chris Gibbons breaks down a disappointing performance by the Union — one filled with moments of deja vu for Union fans.

Daily news roundups

News roundup: Union and MLS regular season schedule announced, Champions League back in action

by Sean Griswold × on August 10, 2020 at 10:35 am × 0 comments

Plus, Union II game postponed due to a positive COVID-19 test, breakout performances in MLS is Back, and career-changing outcomes in the Champions League’s return.