Quotes from John Hackworth’s weekly presser. US Open Cup 1st round ties announced. Hernandez scores but City Islanders drop first game. Timbers make a wish come true. More.
Tag: Philadelphia Union
Union player stat inforgraphic for April
Dan Stover and Jim Prestifilippo present their infographic of Union player stats for April’s games.
Fans’ View: Superstition and the U
Tim Carr wants that winning feeling back for the Union and he’s willing to try just about anything to do his part.
Sakiewicz: “We’re getting there,” Mac still No. 1 in Castrol Index, HCI hosts Battery, more
Nick Sakiewicz says Union want to keep rising stars, not spend on DP. McInerney still No. 1 in Castrol Index. Harrisburg host Charleston as Anding named to USL PRO Team of the Week. More news.
How to fix soccer officiating? Common sense
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.
The gentrification of PPL Park
PPL Park expansion talk is back in the news. Conor O’Grady hopes talk of more suites, club seats, and a restaurant takes means the Union doesn’t forget the populism that was behind the founding of the club.