The Union weren’t in action this weekend as they prepare for the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals against Club America, but there was plenty of action in MLS’ week 23. Ronaldo made big waves scoring a brace in his Man U return, while Liverpool got a big win over Leeds.
Context made Friday’s result not particularly shocking. But there’s still stuff to be seen when you look at the game at an individual level.
The Union fell to 10 man New England on Friday night at Subaru Park, while the USMNT continues to struggle in it’s World Cup qualifiers. Jamaica also hasn’t gotten off to a hot start in qualifying, while bizarre scenes happened in the Argentina Brazil match.
A shorthanded Philadelphia Union showed life but fell 1-0 against MLS leading New England Revolution Friday night at Subaru Park.
The Union are back at home tonight as a shorthanded squad faces league leaders New England.
Marjorie Elzey shares her view from the Audi Field sideline for the Union’s disappointing loss to D.C.
Mike Servedio hands out the individual grades from a poor performance in D.C.
The Union have plenty of international call ups in the upcoming window, while English clubs are fighting with national teams over releasing players. The USMNT are back in action on Thursday as they face El Salvador Thursday night.
The Union suffered another road defeat in D.C. falling 3-1 Saturday night. Week 22 of MLS provided tons of action, with some of the biggest rivalries taking place. There’s a surprise leader in the Bundesliga, while the Premier League is providing some early surprises.
D.C. raced a flat-footed Philly side straight out of Audi Field with a come-from-behind 3-1 victory.
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