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Union match reports

Match report: Atlanta United FC 3-0 Philadelphia Union

The Union faced MLS’s hottest team in Atlanta and got torched. The darling expansion side outclassed Philadelphia en route to a 3-0 home win.

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Match previews

Match preview: Philadelphia Union at Atlanta United

The Union and Atlanta United match up for the second time in a month. The Boys in Blue will be looking for a better outcome this time than their disappointing late draw in August and they will be doing so playing for the first time in Mercedes Benz Stadium.

SEBA Projections

Updated MLS, USL, and NWSL SEBA projections through September 24

Philadelphia holds steady in playoff odds. Bethlehem moves closer to their playoffs. NWSL playoff teams are set with one week to go.

Daily news roundups

News roundup: Anthem protests find their way to soccer

Union head to Atlanta, Steel host Tampa, Champions League action, and the rest of the day’s news.

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For Pete's Sake

Five thoughts after a Union win

Out of nowhere, the Union produced a great home win. But what does it mean in the broader context? Peter Andrews offers five thoughts (and a sub-thought) about the Union as the calendar turns toward October.

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Photo essays

In pictures: Bethlehem Steel 3-2 Pittsburgh Riverhounds

New PSP photographer Rob Simmons shares photos from Bethlehem Steel’s huge 3-2 win over Pittsburgh.

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Player of the Week

Player of the week: Chris Pontius

Our “player of the week” is the man who scored his first two goals of the season, helping the Union extinguish the Fire.

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Daily news roundups

News roundup: Pontius breaks through, no Almiron, NYCFC stadium bid, USSF drama, more

Chris Pontius finally scores, Miguel Almiron will be out for Atlanta versus the Union, and a whole bunch of hubbub from the U.S. Soccer Federation.

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Tactical Analysis

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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Photo essays

In pictures: Union 3-1 Chicago Fire

Earl Gardner was on the scene for the Union’s win against Chicago Fire