The shape of the Union
Philadelphia Union are committed to a variant of the 4-3-3 this season. Why has the club adopted what can seem like a stubborn stance on team shape? And will they stick with it?
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Readying for NYCFC, HCI home opener tonight, BSFC hosts Charleston on Sunday, more
The Union hosts NYCFC (arrive early!). Bethlehem hosts Charleston. Harrisburg hosts Louisville. Pulisic! More news.
Soccer on TV
Footy on the Telly, April 22-29
Your weekly listings of live soccer on TV, online, and on satellite radio.
Match previews
Preview: Philadelphia Union vs New York City FC
The Union look to go to 3-0 at home when the oddity that is NYCFC comes to the Talen on Saturday.
Daily news roundups
Highlights from Curtin presser, Reading-BSFC friendly on June 12, USSF releases new wage info, more
Ilsinho should be available for NYCFC. Yaro may get the start again. Reading to host Bethlehem in friendly on June 12. USSF releases new financial info to address wage discrimination allegations. More.
Press Conference
Transcript and video: Jim Curtin’s weekly press conference
Curtin discusses the injury status of Ken Tribbett, Ilsinho, and Maurice Edu, options to replace the suspended Roland Alberg, and much more.
A View from Afar / Commentary
Chandler Hoffman and the overlooked gems of U.S. soccer’s minor leagues
Former Union man Chandler Hoffman has lit up USL over the last three seasons. Why can’t he get extended minutes in MLS? And how many other players are there like him who may just need a break? PSP’s Dan Walsh considers.
KYW Philly Soccer Show
KYW Philly Soccer Show: Warren Creavalle
Warren Creavalle joins Greg and Kevin and talks about the rise in cards and sendings off so far this season in MLS and how the rise affects how players play.
Daily news roundups
New security measures at Talen, vote Blake, Ayuk named to USL Team of the Week, more
Search wands and bag restrictions at Talen Energy Stadium beginning on Saturday. Blake up for Save of the Week (again). Ayuk earns Team of the Week honors. More news.
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