Tactics Talk
by Adam Cann × on September 29, 2015 at 1:22 pm ×
Sporting Kansas City’s tactical shape is the same, but Peter Vermes’ approach has evolved as his squad has changed. The team facing off against Philadelphia on Wednesday night will have a different strategy than the one that hoisted the US Open Cup in 2012.
A View from Afar
by Dan Walsh × on September 29, 2015 at 11:45 am ×
Jim Curtin has an important decision to make. Andre Blake’s fantastic play has made it a whole lot easier. PSP’s Dan Walsh lays out the case.
Philadelphia Soccer History
As the Union prepare to host their second US Open Cup final, a look at Philadelphia-area teams in the final throughout the history of the country’s oldest national soccer tournament, which has had local winners ten times since 1914.
SEPA Soccer Hall of Fame
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame’s Coats for Chester drive begins its sixth year on Oct. 1
Daily news roundups
Curtin says he’s confident either Blake or McCarthy can help get a win in Wednesday’s final. More Open Cup final and team news. FIFA hands Jack Warner a lifetime ban. More news.
Player ratings
by Adam Cann × on September 28, 2015 at 1:50 pm ×
The Union sat back and absorbed New England’s pressure. They earned a point through Andre Blake’s heroism and Fernando Aristeguieta’s fine finish, but they will need to transition with much more success to trouble Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday.
Commentary
Kevin Kinkead on why an Open Cup win would make for a successful season, even with missing the playoffs.
Daily news roundups
Reaction to Andre Blake’s outstanding goalkeeping effort in Saturday’s draw. League results wrap. Latest FIFA scandal news after opening of Swiss investigation into Sepp Blatter. More.
Postgame
Postgame comments from Jim Curtin, Fernando Artisteguieta, and Andre Blake.
Union / Union match reports
by Adam Cann × on September 26, 2015 at 11:04 pm ×
Fernando Aristeguieta and Andre Blake were the heroes as the Union earned a road point against New England Saturday night.
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