The United-Union-Red Bulls rivalry has become an intense laboratory for a common dilemma in US soccer tactics: how to control a game without a traditional central midfielder.
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Ben Olsen: Swagger and redemption
FC Delco product Ben Olsen never fulfilled the lofty expectations some had for the former NCAA player of the year and MLS rookie of the year. But now he has another chance, as a coach. Can the Pennsylvania native reclaim a role as a face of U.S. soccer? A new PSP contributor — and longtime D.C. United fan — takes a look.
In pictures: Union 0-1 D.C. United
PSP photographer Daniel Gajdamowicz’s look at Saturday’s game.
Match report: Philadelphia Union 0-1 DC United
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.
Preview: Union vs DC United
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.
Union vs DC United quick reference
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.