Match report: Fire 1-1 Union
Veljko Paunovic returned to the starting lineup and netted a fine opener, but the Union never took control of the match and a Pavel Pardo equalizer doomed Philadelphia to a single point in Chicago.
Veljko Paunovic returned to the starting lineup and netted a fine opener, but the Union never took control of the match and a Pavel Pardo equalizer doomed Philadelphia to a single point in Chicago.
What the Union players and coaches are saying ahead of tonight’s game in Chicago. Plus: match previews from across the web, power rankings, USMNT roster announcement possibilities, a bag of fish and much more.
Join Eli Pearlman-Storch and Mike Servedio for live commentary of the Chicago Fire v Philadelphia Union match on Wednesday night. Adam Cann will be providing updates from the press box at Toyota Park.
Alexi Lalas joins KYW’s Greg Orlandini and the PSP’s Eli Pearlman-Storch to discuss the Klinsmann hiring. Greg and Eli then look at the tough loss against Colorado and look forward to the Union’s games against Chicago and Houston. Greg and Eli also talk about the Independence, who clinched a playoff spot with Sunday’s win over Atlanta.
The Daily News reports Ruiz is headed to Veracruz for the money. Vote Torres for Goal of the Week. Independence owner on WPS expansion, working with MLS. The Klinsmann era begins.
A look at the Union’s numbers in the loss to Colorado. Plus, how the Union have done when their opponent scores first, the numbers for when Le Toux and Mwanga have started together in 2011 and a look at the Union’s season averages for home and away games.
The Union have lost more than their highest goal scorer with the departure of Carlos Ruiz.
Peter Nowak said at the press conference following the Union’s 2- 1 loss to Colorado Rapids that Carlos Ruiz is no longer with the Union.
A fine performance from Roger Torres was not enough to pull the Union back after they dug another first half hole against a quality opponent.
Union v Rapids preview roundup. Nowak says Rapids won’t be like Real Madrid and explains Holder let go to make room for impending transfer. Mwanga tipped by Lalas as potential Premiership star. USMNT coach speculation. Weekend TV listings, more news.
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