Player ratings and analysis: Philadelphia Union 0-2 New York Red Bulls
Quick player ratings from Sunday’s loss.
Quick player ratings from Sunday’s loss.
The Union clinched the final Eastern Conference playoff berth despite a 2-0 loss to the Red Bulls.
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The Union didn’t dominate the opening 15 minutes, NY just had the wrong approach. Philly was in control for a bit after going ahead, but Josh Yaro’s injury gave the home side a chance to regroup and dominate.
Jim Curtin spoke about New York Red Bulls, Tranquillo Barnetta, and Maurice Edu in Wednesday’s press conference.
Two second half goals in two minutes from CJ Sapong and Chris Pontius earned Philadelphia Union a 2-2 draw against New York Red Bulls in front of a buzzing crowd in Chester, PA.
Adrenaline will be a factor in this rivalry game. The manager that can get his squad to prepare for the match as if it was any other game will give his players the early advantage.
PSP photographer Paul Rudderow was on hand Wednesday night as Philadelphia Union defeated the New York Red Bulls 2-1 in the round of 18 of the 2016 Lamar Hunt US Open.
Chris Pontius scored twice and the Union came from a goal behind to defeat the New York Red Bulls 2-1 in U.S. Open Cup play.
Ilsinho was sent off and a feisty preseason affair ended 0-0 between the Union and the Red Bulls.
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