Match report: D.C. United 0-2 Philadelphia Union
The Union continued their winning ways with a big road win over D.C. United behind an equally big night from C.J. Sapong.
The Union continued their winning ways with a big road win over D.C. United behind an equally big night from C.J. Sapong.
The Union veteran quietly broke the club’s record for most minutes played in a career. Also, honorable mention to the acrobat who plays behind him.
Bethlehem’s current position in the table, 5th, reflects that they have played the most games in the league, and that a “points-currently-won” table hides the fact. A points-per-game statistic is a more accurate comparison, and PSP has calculated one. We have also sketched out a possible path to the playoffs.
Philadelphia moves up a bit more after a shaky win. Bethlehem skyrocket’s their chance into nearly clinching the playoffs. NWSL playoffs are all but set.
Plus: Eric Ayuk transferred, Ajax advances in UCL, and the Unity Cup’s top teams.
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New England came out with a unique plan to stop the Union. Here’s what they did, how it worked, and how a disciplined Union beat them anyway.
After a somewhat confusing tenure with Philadelphia Union, Eric Ayuk is headed to Turkey.
Ray Gaddis inks himself in the Union record book and the MLS is rightfully called out for their contemptuous double-dealing with fans.
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