Analysis / Union
by Dan Walsh × on October 1, 2013 at 11:16 am ×
The Union got themselves back in the playoff driver’s seat by winning Friday the same way they’ve won all year. PSP’s Dan Walsh breaks down the Union’s underrated defense and the race for the Eastern Conference’s final playoff spot.
Player ratings
In a game against a much improved Chicago side, it was John Hackworth’s second half adjustments that led directly to his team’s downfall. PSP has analysis and player ratings.
Photo essays
PSP photographer Paul Rudderow was on hand Saturday night as the Philadelphia Union fell 1-2 to the visiting Chicago Fire.
Union match reports
Two defensive mishaps cost the Union and Chicago were able to come into PPL Park and escape with a 2-1 victory. (Updated with quotes from Union players.)
Analysis / MLS / Union
Despite the big city, Philadelphia Union operate as a small market team. Here’s where they fall into the grand scheme of things in MLS, along with evaluations of every other MLS club as well and how this status affects everything the team does. After readers’ requests for this post, here you go.
Analysis / Union
PSP evaluates the Bakary Soumare trade and what it means for Philadelphia Union.
Union
Bakary Soumare is being traded to Chicago. Soumare has confirmed the deal for PSP. Updated: 6:42 p.m. The Union confirmed they received a 2014 draft pick and allocation money.
Union
The Kleberson effect, Negadelphia vs. Hack, and the best ref in MLS. One PSP writer has a few thoughts to share.
Player ratings
Le Toux set the tone, McInerney set the scoreline, Carroll played his best game in a while, and the back line came up big.
Union match reports
The 1-0 scoreline of the Union’s victory over Chicago flatters the visitors, who were soundly beaten on Saturday night.
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