Daily news roundups
Valdes agent disappointed defender won’t be playing in Copa Libertadores. Conor Casey, Ray Gaddis, and Zac MacMath get Team of the Week nods. Reading United postseason campaign begins tonight. More news.
Player ratings
by Adam Cann × on July 21, 2014 at 11:10 am ×
Strong showings from Sebastien Le Toux, and center back pairing Maurice Edu and Ethan White, on a night when both the Union and Fire struggles to create shots on goal from open play.
Tactics Talk
If Valdes comes back to Philadelphia, how will the Union’s formation change? Kevin Kinkead explores some of the possibilities.
Daily news roundups
Recaps and reaction to Union draw in Chicago. Valdes’ agent says center back will fly to US “in a few days” to “arrange his future.” Reading in PDL playoffs for 7th consecutive year. More news.
Postgame
Postgame quotes from Jim Curtin, Sebastien Le Toux, and Zac MacMath. Also, Chicago’s frustration with the penalty kick call.
Union match reports
Missing Maidana and feeling the grind of their third game in eight days, the Union stole a point at the death from the Chicago Fire.
Analysis
MLS teams like to draft offensive fullbacks and hope their defense develops. Ray Gaddis is the argument to flip the script.
Player ratings
You think the Union looked good on Wednesday night? Wait until Vincent Nogueira and Cristian Maidana get more time together with each playing in their preferred position. Then look out.
Photo essays
PSP photographer Earl Gardner shares his look at Wednesday’s big win over New York Red Bulls.
Daily news roundups
San Lorenzo rescinds Carlos Valdes contract. Valdes says “hours, days” before he returns to MLS, will begin training next week. Racioppi named to USWNT U-20 World Cup roster. More news.
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