Trading Gabriel Farfan? This may be John Hackworth’s most questionable move, writes one PSP contributor who has been a big Hackworth defender. Here’s why. UPDATED with video of Hackworth’s press conference on Wednesday.
The Philadelphia Union trade Gabriel Farfan to Chivas USA for allocation money and a 2014 first round draft pick.
Previews and quotes ahead of Saturday’s Union game in Chicago. The Union have plans for “European-style” academy to launch this fall. Hackworth fined for ref rant. Carli Lloyd set to return for WNY. More news.
PSP analyzes Philadelphia Union’s salary breakdown and identifies the steals (like Ray Gaddis, pictured), veteran bargains, surprises, and winner of the Juan Diego Gonzalez Award. Also, we take a look at several potential trade scenarios for Bakary Soumare.
There were plenty of chances to win the match – the final uncalled penalty aside – but the Union left too much space for Seattle in the attacking third and paid the price.
PSP makes the case for why 5 refs are better than 3 (and goal-line technology). Yes, we’re using common sense again, in a way that no one else seems to be, because unlike Europe, we actually have other successful team sports to draw upon for examples. Also, a few quick hits on the Union.
Are the Union a possession or counterattacking team? What’s going on with the Union midfield? PSP explores with some postgame analysis and player ratings for Sunday’s game against DCU.
The Union’s academy coaching staff is stacked with talent and experience. Here’s a look at what that means for the club long-term. Also, a few scattered thoughts about the Union post-Columbus, including the Garfan-Daniel connection, MacMath post-concussion, and Casey’s impact on Le Toux.
Road draws are a big deal, especially considering the Union are finally off the mark at Crew Stadium, earning their first road point in Columbus
The Union secure their first ever point in Columbus in an active match that could have finished with a much larger scoreline.
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