Two bad plays, two goals, one loss for Philadelphia Union. A rough game on a soaked field led to a road loss against the club with the league’s worst record. PSP has post-game analysis, video highlights, photos and player ratings.
Fred says the Union needs to continue shooting the ball; new MLS players salary info; the Padres are pis…I mean miffed; Guzan pelted by coins, lighters, drinks, shots on goal; Ronaldinho making “remakarble progress” losing weight, Paul the Octopus pulls for England, your weekend Footy on the Telly listings and more morning news.
The Union renew their fledgling rivalry with D.C. United this Sunday with a trip to RFK stadium. PSP previews.
In a recent message to season ticket holders, the Union acknowledge the complaints they have received about some of the chants coming out of the supporters section. On PSP writer reluctantly offers his support of the chants. And suggests an alternative to one chant in particular. Caution: the language gets a little blue…
Le Toux could join a elite group of players with a goal and an assist on Sunday; Hackworth expects a tough game; MLS TV ratings down 9.5%; ugly, cynical gamesmanship in CONCACAF CL match; USA v Poland date announced; Internacional wins Copa Libertadores; Arsenal Fanshare gives fans a stake in the club and more morning news.
Philadelphia Union captain Danny Califf talks about life with the Union in a candid, wide-ranging interview. He talks about the team’s recent struggles, what’s worked and what hasn’t, and his optimism about the franchise’s prospects. Greg and Dan also talk some Union, Philadelphia Independence and USMNT.
Anelka laughs off ban from “clowns” at FFF, vote Mwanga for goal of the week, Septa not so bad, Sanderson quits England, Rodriguez player of the week and DiMartino is too, plus more morning news
PSP photographer Daniel Gajdamowicz was at Saturday’s draw with Colorado. Was Le Toux fouled in the closing moments of the match? He has the pictures to prove it!
Danny Mwanga and Sebastian Le Toux continued their strong play, but for all their sustained possession and pressure the Philadelphia Union made the same mistakes that have plagued them all season.
Shape, width, personnel, possession, salaries: PSP’s Ryan Pine on the state of the Union and his plan for how to fix it.
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