Analysis & player ratings: DCU 1-1 Union
The Geiger Show and Andy Najar took center stage, while Marfan, Mac and Hop went silent. PSP has postgame analysis and player ratings of Sunday’s 1-1 tie between the Union and DC United.
The Geiger Show and Andy Najar took center stage, while Marfan, Mac and Hop went silent. PSP has postgame analysis and player ratings of Sunday’s 1-1 tie between the Union and DC United.
The Union earned a stunning 1-1 draw on the road Sunday against DC United, as referee Mark Geiger sent off three players and disallowed two United goals, including one by Dwayne De Rosario. PSP was at RFK Stadium and has a recap, with quotes from both teams.
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PSP photographer Daniel Gajdamowicz’s look at Saturday’s game.
The performance was much improved from the Union, but the result was more of the same as Chris Pontius stole a late winner for DC United at PPL Park.
John Hackworth’s team welcomes DC United to PPL Park. A win is important, but a relaxed team that seems to enjoy playing again? That is ideal.
The Union are 2-1-1 against DC all time. We’ve got all of the match stats, highlights from our match reports and analysis, video highlights, and more.
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