Peter Nowak might have a claim to MLS executive of the year, but his questionable lineup choices have cost the Union points for two years. Now it’s playoff time, and there will be no decision more important for the Union than the starting lineups. This is Nowak’s time to prove he’s truly a great coach. Will he do it?
It sure wasn’t pretty on Thursday night, but there is no reason to panic as the Union head into their first playoff appearance.
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After a stunner from Le Toux, the Union parked the bus a bit too early. Toronto never quite made it off of theirs and the Union were unable to find a second goal.
A beautiful opener from Sebastien Le Toux was not enough as the Union dropped two points at home to Toronto. The silver lining is that the Union are in the playoffs.
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